H. ‘Abby’
Hosta ‘Abby’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-5b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by P. Ruh, Hosta 'Abby' is a small sport of Hosta 'Gold Drop'. Its leaves are dark green with yellow to chartreuse margins, a color combination that distinguishes it from its parent.
In the Garden
'Habby' reaches a mature diameter of 16.5 inches (41.9 cm) and a height of 6.5 inches (16.5 cm), making it suitable for the front of a border, rock gardens, or as a groundcover in partial to full shade. Its small size and compact habit also suit container cultivation. Companion plants that share similar light and moisture requirements include ferns, Heuchera, and small Carex species.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Abby' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16.5 in (41.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Flower scape height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Gold Drop' — H. ‘Gold Drop’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Abby’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Amy Elizabeth’ (sport)
- H. ‘Ems Pfeil’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-5b, small size):
- H. ‘Radiant Edger’ (1990)
- H. ‘Van Wade’ (1990)
- H. ‘Carousel’ (1989)
- H. ‘Grand Tiara’ (1991)
- H. ‘Queen Josephine’ (1991)
- H. ‘Amber Maiden’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #50. How we check this data.