H. ‘Ani Machi’
Hosta ‘Ani Machi’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 by P. & J. Ruh, Hosta 'Ani Machi' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with gold margins, mottled yellow and green variegation, and unusual coloration that extends to the leaf undersides. The broadly lance-shaped leaves feature 6.5-inch (15.9 cm) length, 3.4-inch (8.6 cm) width, six prominent vein pairs, and moderately twisted, wavy margins with curly tips.
In the Garden
'Ani Machi' reaches 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) in height and 32 inches (81.3 cm) in diameter, with an upright habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other small woodland perennials. Its compact size makes it suitable for container cultivation, rock gardens, or front-of-border positions.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended for this cultivar in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21.5 in (54.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.38 in (8.6 cm) |
| Leaf | mottled yellow and green with some streaking with .5 to 1in (1.3 to 2.5cm) wide, medium green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 25–34 in (63.5–86.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | unusual color; color shows on leaf back; robust; twisted leaf tips |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ani Machi’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Geisha Limey Streaks’ (sport)
- H. ‘Gosan Gold Mist’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘June Fever’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire and Ice’ (1999)
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Champagne’ (1994)
- H. ‘Sting’ (2011)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #280. How we check this data.