Hosta 'Appletini' is a miniature to small, fast-growing perennial (zones 3-9) featuring thick, shiny yellow leaves that transition to a bright, waxy apple-green by summer. It forms compact, dense mounds about 6 inches tall and 14 inches wide, producing lavender flowers on 10-to-14-inch scapes in late summer. Key Characteristics and Care Size: Miniature/Small. Height: 6-8 inches; Width: 12-14 inches Foliage: Emerges yellow, turns apple-green (chartreuse) by mid-summer. Flowers: Lavender-purple on tall scapes in July-August. Light: Part shade to full shade; morning sun helps maintain yellow color. Growth: Vigorous, with thick leaves that are slug and snail resistant. Usage: Excellent for edging paths, rock gardens, containers, and troughs. This cultivar was introduced by breeder Mark Zilis as a sport of 'Blue Dimples' x 'Shining Tot'. It thrives in moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
