Many gardeners think 'Striptease' the most striking hosta yet, and in fact its remarkable color pattern, leaf shape, compact habit, and other qualities earned it the Hosta of the Year award in 2005. A knowledgable gardener tells us the name comes not from the seemingly obvious, but from the "teasing" strip of color down the center of each leaf. 'Striptease' likes partial sun and shade, grows rather quickly to 2 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, and, obviously, is a perfect focal point in any shade garden.