H. ‘In the Chips’

Overview

Registered in 2000 by P. Bennerup and A. Malloy as a sport of an unnamed parent, *Hosta* 'In the Chips' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with broad, white, flat margins. The leaf blade measures 4 inches (10.2 cm) in length and 5 inches (12.7 cm) in width, with five vein pairs, a flat base, and a slightly shiny surface on both sides.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a compact mound 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is suited for partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, where its white-edged leaves provide contrast against darker foliage. The small size makes it appropriate for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border, and it performs well in containers when given adequate moisture.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, and deer are known to browse hostas.