H. ‘Scarlet and Gray’

Overview

Registered in 2010 by P. & J. Ruh, this medium-sized hosta cultivar is distinguished by its variegated foliage: dark green, slightly rippled leaf margins with a dull underside and a slightly shiny upper surface. The leaves are ovate with a flat base and wavy edges, measuring 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 4 inches (10.2 cm) wide, with six vein pairs.

In the Garden

'Hosta 'Scarlet and Gray' reaches a mature diameter of 28 inches (71.1 cm) and a height of 17 inches (43.2 cm), with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or shaded containers. Its smaller size and slow growth make it appropriate for compact spaces or foreground planting.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from deer and monitor for slug damage, particularly in damp conditions.