H. ‘Hart's Tongue’

Overview

Registered in 1987 by Kuk's Forest Nursery, this miniature cultivar arose as an open-pollinated seedling of *Hosta* 'Kabitan'. It is distinguished by its narrow, erect leaves with green centers and chartreuse margins, forming a compact, upright mound.

In the Garden

'Hart's Tongue' reaches a mature size of approximately 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and diameter, with leaves 4 inches (10.2 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. Its small stature and erect habit make it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. It pairs well with other miniature hostas and small shade perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. As with most hostas, protect from deer and monitor for slug damage, particularly on the tender new foliage.