H. ‘Academy Golden Papoose’
Hosta ‘Academy Golden Papoose’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2004 by an unknown hybridizer, 'Academy Golden Papoose' is a medium-sized hosta distinguished by its blue-green leaves with gold margins and a prominent glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The ovate, moderately corrugated leaves measure 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) long by 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, with 13 vein pairs and greenish yellow, slightly rippled margins.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a slow-growing, mound-like clump reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its relatively short scapes (11–12 inches / 27.9–30.5 cm) keep the light green flower stems low within the foliage. The compact, dense habit suits border fronts, rock gardens, or container plantings, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if necessary.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow slightly rippled margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately corrugated and lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 11–12 in (27.9–30.5 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | lutescent |
| Notable characteristics | medium sized glaucous golden yellow with short scapes |
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. ‘Hottsy Tottsy’ (2004)
- H. ‘Jaz’ (2004)
- H. ‘Lullabye’ (2004)
- H. ‘Rebecca’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #106. How we check this data.