H. ‘Bridegroom’

Overview

Registered in 1990 by H. & D. Benedict and H. Gowen, this small hosta cultivar is distinguished by its variegated foliage, dark green leaves with subtle marginal undulations, and a satiny sheen on the upper surface. 'Bridegroom' forms a compact mound reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, with leaves measuring 5 inches (12.7 cm) long and 4 inches (10.2 cm) wide, bearing 6 to 7 vein pairs.

In the Garden

'Bridegroom' is suitable for partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and reaches a small mature size of about 8 inches tall and 10 inches wide. Its compact habit makes it appropriate for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or miniature sedges. The plant's modest dimensions also suit container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide regular water during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Bridegroom' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.