H. ‘Abiqua Recluse’
Hosta ‘Abiqua Recluse’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Walden West.
| Year registered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Walden West |
| Section class | II-3 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1989 by Walden West, this large hosta cultivar resulted from crossing H. 'White Vision' (pod parent) with H. 'Sum and Substance' (pollen parent). 'Abiqua Recluse' is visually distinguished by its glossy green leaves with yellow margins, a color pattern inherited from its parentage, and its substantial leaf size.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature clump diameter of 30 inches (76.2 cm) and a height of 18 inches (45.7 cm), placing it in the large size class. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and its broad, cordate-based leaves with 15 vein pairs create a dense groundcover effect. Companion plants for shaded borders include ferns, Heuchera, and Astilbe; its large size makes it unsuitable for small containers.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season to establish roots. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formulation; this cultivar shows typical slug and deer susceptibility common to hostas, so protective measures may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 15 |
| Leaf | glossy on top |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'White Vision' — H. ‘White Vision’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Sum and Substance' — H. ‘Sum and Substance’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Abiqua Recluse’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Academy Blushing Recluse’ (sport)
- H. ‘Appalachian Beauty’ (sport)
- H. ‘Destiny’ (sport)
- H. ‘Electrum Stater’ (sport)
- H. ‘PAL's Plymouth Rock’ (sport)
- H. ‘Rich Uncle’ (sport)
- H. ‘Wooden Nickel’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-3, large size):
- H. ‘Rosedale Bright and Sassy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Lemon Chiffon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Lime Krinkles’ (1988)
- H. ‘Lime Piecrust’ (1990)
- H. ‘Moonshine’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #73. How we check this data.