Mrs Minky hosta

Hosta 'Mrs Minky'

PerennialAsparagaceae

RHS AGM 2018

Mrs Minky hosta
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Summer

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenLow maintenancePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Mrs Minky' hosta (Hosta 'Mrs Minky') is a perennial for shade gardens, borders, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average moisture. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. It blooms from early to late summer, and the flowers are fragrant. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Fanal astilbe, Little Hottie panicle hydrangea, and Sorbet peony.