Hosta 'Mouseketeer' (v) — Clump forming

Overview

Hosta 'Mouseketeer' (v) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Mouseketeer' (v) grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, low maintenance and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

Hosta 'Mouseketeer' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial with deciduous foliage, grown for reliable shade performance. It suits partial-shade sites and produces flowers in June to August. The plant prefers a neutral loam that is moist but drains freely. Mature clumps are hardy in UK gardens (H7).

About the genus

Hosta is a genus of plants commonly known as hostas, plantain lilies and occasionally by the Japanese name gibōshi. Hostas are widely cultivated as shade-tolerant foliage plants. The genus is placed in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae, and is native to northeast Asia.

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In the garden

Hosta 'Mouseketeer' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial that performs well where light is limited. Its deciduous leaves form a compact mound that suits north, east or west-facing positions, and it will tolerate sheltered sites in a typical UK garden. Expect flowering from June to August. Plant it into a neutral, loam-based soil that remains moist yet drains well; avoid waterlogged locations. Partial shade is the recommended light level, allowing the crown to remain cool while the roots take up moisture. The cultivar is rated H7, meaning it is fully hardy through normal UK winter conditions when given a sheltered spot. Practical uses include containers and patios, city and courtyard plots, and cottage or informal borders. It also works effectively as an underplanting beneath roses and larger shrubs where its clump habit fills gaps through the summer months. Positioning the plant where it receives protection from strong exposure will help maintain its form and seasonal flowering performance.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hosta

Sunlight: Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Hosta 'Mouseketeer' (v) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Underplanting of roses and shrubs