H. ‘Andromeda’

Overview

Registered in 2015, *Hosta* 'Andromeda' is a self-pollinated seedling of *Hosta* 'Spilt Milk'. This small cultivar is visually distinctive for its heavily streaked and mottled foliage, which displays a range of shades from dark green through light green and yellow to pure white, with white leaf margins.

In the Garden

'Andromeda' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 15.75 inches (40.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical for hostas, and its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. Companion plants might include small ferns, *Heuchera* cultivars, or fine-textured groundcovers such as *Lamium*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer climates, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. As with many variegated hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor foliage regularly and take protective measures if needed.