Popcorn Hosta



Popcorn Hosta (Hosta 'Popcorn')
Popcorn Hosta (Hosta 'Popcorn') is a charming, small-sized shade perennial noted for its crisp variegated foliage and compact, tidy habit. Its bright white centers and rich blue-green margins provide strong contrast, making it an appealing focal point in miniature gardens, borders, and containers.
Distinctive Features
Reaching just 6 to 10 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide, Popcorn Hosta forms a dense mound of thick, heart-shaped leaves with bright white centers and broad blue-green margins. The leaves have a slightly puckered texture and excellent substance, helping resist slug damage. Lavender flowers appear on short scapes in midsummer, bringing soft seasonal interest and attracting pollinators.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade
- Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-drained soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
Ideal Uses
- Focal point in miniature or fairy gardens
- Edging for shaded paths and narrow borders
- Containers and trough gardens in low-light areas
- Accent plant in mixed hosta collections
- Small-space woodland or foundation plantings
Low Maintenance Care
- Water deeply during dry spells to maintain leaf quality
- Mulch to conserve moisture and keep roots cool
- Remove spent flower scapes after blooming
- Divide every 3 to 5 years in spring or fall
- Monitor for slugs and deer in susceptible areas
Why Choose Popcorn Hosta
- Striking variegated foliage with bright white centers
- Compact size perfect for edging, troughs, and containers
- Thick leaves offer resistance to slug damage
- Pollinator-friendly summer flowers
- A delightful focal point for small, shaded garden spaces
Popcorn Hosta brings bright, bold contrast and refined form to shaded settings, making it a standout focal point in small gardens, container groupings, and compact woodland edges.

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