H. ‘Nellie Grey’

Overview

Registered in 2002, *Hosta* 'Nellie Grey' is a small variegated cultivar derived from *H.* 'Don Quixote' as seed parent, with unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its ovate, moderately wavy leaves with light green, slightly rippled margins and a compact, mound-like habit.

In the Garden

'Nellie Grey' reaches approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter at maturity, forming a tidy mound suitable for the front of borders or rock gardens. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other small shade perennials. Its small size also makes it appropriate for container cultivation.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Nellie Grey' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.