H. ‘Abiqua Zodiac’
Hosta ‘Abiqua Zodiac’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek, Hosta 'Abiqua Zodiac' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its ovate, moderately corrugated green leaves with medium to bright golden yellow margins, and its matching golden yellow scapes.
In the Garden
'Abiqua Zodiac' forms a mound-like clump reaching approximately 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 42 inches (106.7 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its gold margins remain brightest. The substantial leaf size and corrugated texture make it a suitable specimen for the middle of a shaded border or as a groundcover in woodland gardens; it pairs well with ferns, Heuchera, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrent measures are recommended, as both pests may damage the foliage.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.25 in (13.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny underneath; moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 29 in (73.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘Aquarius’ (2009)
- H. ‘Burnished Brass’ (2009)
- H. ‘Charlie's Angels’ (2009)
- H. ‘Corn Muffins’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #75. How we check this data.