H. ‘Amber Maiden’
Hosta ‘Amber Maiden’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Walters Gardens, Inc..
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Walters Gardens, Inc. |
| Section class | IV-5b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by Walters Gardens, Inc., this small hosta originated as a sport of Hosta 'Candy Hearts'. 'Amber Maiden' is distinguished by its deep green to chartreuse leaves with gold margins, a color combination that persists through the growing season.
In the Garden
'Amber Maiden' reaches a mature height of 14 inches (35.6 cm) with a spread of 16 inches (40.6 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, where its gold margins remain most vibrant, and pairs well with small ferns, tiarella, or miniature hostas. Its compact size also makes it an excellent choice for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.75 in (12.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Flower scape height | 22–26 in (55.9–66.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Candy Hearts' — H. ‘Candy Hearts’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Amber Maiden’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Fair Maiden’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-5b, small size):
- H. ‘Shelleys’ (1988)
- H. ‘Sultana’ (1988)
- H. ‘Carousel’ (1989)
- H. ‘Josephine’ (1987)
- H. ‘Sparky’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abby’ (1990)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1. How we check this data.