H. ‘Artemis’
Hosta ‘Artemis’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by T. Donahue.
| Year registered | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Originator | T. Donahue |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2001 by T. Donahue, Hosta 'Artemis' is a large blue-green cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinguished by its deeply corrugated, broadly ovate leaves with light green margins and a dull, slightly glaucous bloom on the undersides.
In the Garden
'Artemis' forms a substantial, mound-like clump reaching 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter and 21 inches (53.3 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage and light green margins develop optimal coloration. The large, textured leaves make it an effective specimen or accent plant in shaded borders and woodland gardens, pairing well with ferns, astilbes, 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. While 'Artemis' shows typical hosta resistance to deer, it may require protection from slugs and snails, particularly in damp conditions.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | dull with slight glaucous bloom underneath; deeply corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 23–25 in (58.4–63.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
- H. ‘Academy Shiny Vase’ (2001)
- H. ‘Matthew J. Walton’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #326. How we check this data.