Mini Skirt - Hosta

Mini Skirt is a small, deciduous hosta that forms a low mound of wavy blue-green leaves with pale creamy margins. Lavender-purple flowers rise just above the foliage in summer, and its compact habit suits a shaded bed edge or a container. [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/351784/hosta-mini-skirt/details) [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/hosta/mini-skirt-hosta-hybrid) ## Growing conditions Place it in partial to full shade, in fertile soil rich in organic matter that stays evenly moist while draining freely. Hostas generally perform well with morning sun and dappled shade; avoid waterlogged soil, especially over winter. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hosta/) ## Seasonal display The foliage supplies the main color and texture, while short flower scapes add summer bloom. Proven Winners lists the garden mound at about 5 inches high and 13 inches wide, with 7-inch flower scapes, and gives USDA zones 3–9 for this selection. [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/hosta/mini-skirt-hosta-hybrid) ## Maintenance Water during dry spells to keep the root zone from drying out. Remove weathered leaves after frost and divide crowded clumps in early spring or late summer; keeping winter soil well drained helps prevent root problems. [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/351784/hosta-mini-skirt/details)