Jackson & Perkins Hosta Lucky Mouse
Best miniature perennial for small shade gardens and decorative patio containers.
A charming, compact perennial featuring thick, rounded leaves with wavy, variegated margins. Perfect for small spaces, containers, or shaded borders, it brings unique texture and soft lavender blooms to the garden.
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Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited balcony or patio space
- Collectors seeking high-contrast foliage for shade-heavy landscapes
- Low-maintenance gardeners tired of dealing with pest-damaged plants
Who should skip it
- Impatient landscapers looking for immediate, large-scale ground coverage
- Homeowners with south-facing gardens lacking significant tree canopy
- Gardeners designing expansive borders who need bold focal points
Performance breakdown
Compact footprint
Perfectly scaled for tight borders, small containers, or urban garden spaces.
Foliage visual appeal
Striking color shifts from yellow margins to creamy white add depth.
Hardiness range
Robust adaptability across zones 3 through 9 ensures reliable seasonal return.
Shade tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where other flowering plants often struggle.
Pollinator attraction
Delicate lavender blooms offer a modest but welcome draw for hummingbirds.
Maintenance ease
Requires minimal fuss once established in moist, well-drained soil conditions.
Key Specs
Genus
Hosta
Species
fortunei
Variety
'Lucky Mouse'
Item Form
Bareroot
Zone
3 - 9
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Habit
Mound-shaped
Mature Height
5 inches
Mature Spread
12 inches
Flower Color
Lavender
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