Sun Mouse Hosta is a small, yellow-leaved plant grown in a 4.33-inch pot. Perfect for miniature gardens, it thrives in growing zones 3-9. PPAF certified.
Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf.
Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf is a small, sun-tolerant hosta with bright yellow foliage. It is a relatively new hosta, having been introduced in 2014 by Tony Avent.
Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf
'Sun Mouse' grows to a height of about 1 foot and a width of 1-2 feet. It has thick, rounded leaves that are chartreuse in the spring and turn a bright yellow in the summer. The leaves are also slightly puckered, which adds to their charm.
'Sun Mouse' blooms in early summer with lavender flowers. The flowers are small but numerous, and they attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
'Sun Mouse' is a great choice for gardeners who are looking for a sun-tolerant hosta with bright yellow foliage. It is also a good choice for small gardens, as it does not take up a lot of space.
Here are some tips for growing Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf:
- Plant 'Sun Mouse' in a location that receives full sun or partial shade. It will tolerate more sun than most other hostas.
- Plant 'Sun Mouse' in well-drained soil. Hostas do not like to sit in wet feet.
- Water 'Sun Mouse' regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Once established, 'Sun Mouse' is drought tolerant.
- Fertilize 'Sun Mouse' in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- 'Sun Mouse' is relatively pest and disease resistant. However, it is important to inspect your plants regularly for any problems.
Here are some ideas for using Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf in your garden:
- Plant 'Sun Mouse' as a border plant or ground cover.
- Use 'Sun Mouse' to accentuate other plants in your garden.
- Plant 'Sun Mouse' in a container or planter and place it on your patio or deck.
- Create a miniature hosta garden with 'Sun Mouse' and other small hostas.
No matter how you choose to use it, Hosta 'Sun Mouse' Ppaf is a beautiful and versatile hosta that will add a touch of charm to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
