H. ‘Katrina Jo’

Overview

Registered in 1998, 'Katrina Jo' is a small hosta hybridized from *Hosta* 'Spritzer'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with light greenish yellow, slightly rippled margins, combined with a red scape and a notably fast growth rate for its size class.

In the Garden

'Katrina Jo' reaches a mature diameter of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 20 inches (50.8 cm), with an upright growth habit. It is suitable for partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, and its small size makes it appropriate for containers, rock gardens, or the front of a border. Companion plants might include ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials that complement its gold-margined foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, and deer are known to browse hostas, so monitoring or protective measures are advisable.