H. ‘Fair Maiden’

Overview

Registered in 1993 by Walters Gardens, Inc. (registrant C. Falstad), *Hosta* 'Fair Maiden' is a medium-sized sport of *H.* 'Amber Maiden'. The cultivar is distinguished by medium green leaves with a narrow, smooth margin that transitions from creamy yellow to white as the season progresses.

In the Garden

'Fair Maiden' forms a compact, rounded clump reaching 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter. Individual leaves measure 6 inches (15.2 cm) long by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide, with 10 to 11 pairs of veins and a rounded base; both leaf surfaces are dull. The green scape rises to 16 inches (40.6 cm). This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its moderate size suits the middle of a border or a shaded container.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Fair Maiden' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.