H. ‘Bachelor Party’
Hosta ‘Bachelor Party’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & J. Schwarz.
| Year registered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Zilis & J. Schwarz |
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2011 by M. Zilis and J. Schwarz, Hosta 'Bachelor Party' is a sport of Hosta 'Bridegroom' distinguished by its stable, creamy white leaf margins on a medium green blade. This small-sized cultivar forms a compact, mound-like clump with ovate, moderately wavy leaves that exhibit a slight sheen on both surfaces.
In the Garden
'Bachelor Party' reaches 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and spreads to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate that fills in quickly. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the white margins remain crisp and the green centers hold their color. The small stature and tidy habit make it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, where it pairs well with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer climates, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing, 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 | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | medium green with .5in (1.3cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; moderately wavy, distinct tip |
| Flower scape height | 18–24 in (45.7–61.0 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | margin changes from creamy yellow to white |
| Notable characteristics | stable white margined version of the mother plant |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Bridegroom' — H. ‘Bridegroom’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Minuteman’ (1994)
- H. ‘Crows Landing Standout’ (2011)
- H. ‘Green Ivory’ (2011)
- H. ‘Lovely Rita’ (2011)
- H. ‘Ringmaster’ (2011)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #382. How we check this data.