H. ‘Arctic Rim’
Hosta ‘Arctic Rim’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
A sport of Hosta 'Fortunei Hyacinthina', 'Arctic Rim' was registered in 1993 and is distinguished by its medium-green leaves with wide, white margins and a satiny upper surface. The cultivar forms a medium-sized clump, reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'Arctic Rim' performs best in partial to full shade, where its white margins remain crisp and contrast well with the green leaf centers. At maturity, the clump spreads to over two feet wide, making it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover in shaded beds. It pairs effectively with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its variegated foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Arctic Rim' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | satiny sheen on top |
| Flower scape height | 24 in (61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Fortunei Hyacinthina' — H. ‘Fortunei Hyacinthina’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Patriot’ (1991)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘Francee’ (1986)
- H. ‘Sugar and Cream’ (1984)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #316. How we check this data.