H. ‘Winter Snow’

Overview

Registered in 2003 by Winterberry Farms and J. Anderson, this giant sport of *Hosta* 'Sum and Substance' is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with wide, stable white margins. The broadly ovate foliage is moderately cupped and corrugated, with a slightly shiny upper surface and glaucous bloom beneath.

In the Garden

Reaching 35 inches (88.9 cm) in height and 65 inches (165.1 cm) in diameter, 'Winter Snow' forms a substantial mound suitable for partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones. Its large, variegated leaves provide strong contrast against darker green companions such as ferns or *Heuchera* cultivars, and it works well as a specimen or in mass plantings where space permits.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most large-leaved hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through appropriate barriers or deterrents.