H. ‘Milk and Honey’

Overview

Registered in 2003, 'Milk and Honey' is a sport of *Hosta* 'Sugar and Cream' distinguished by its medium green leaves with wide, creamy white margins that do not melt out in heat. The ovate leaves have moderately wavy margins and twisted tips, with a dull upper surface and slightly shiny underside.

In the Garden

This medium-sized hosta forms a mound 20 inches (50.8 cm) tall and 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegation remains stable, and is suitable for typical hosta-growing zones. The fragrant flowers appear on scapes 29 to 45 inches (73.7 to 114.3 cm) tall in midsummer.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.