H. ‘Bengee’
Hosta ‘Bengee’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by J. Harrison.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Originator | J. Harrison |
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by J. Harrison and introduced by P. Ruh, Hosta 'Bengee' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of H. 'Tokudama'. It is visually distinguished by its green leaves with yellowish gold, slightly rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a dull underside.
In the Garden
'Bengee' forms a mound-like clump reaching 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate. It is suitable for partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, and its medium size makes it appropriate for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded rockeries. The blue-green scapes, which can reach 28 inches (71.1 cm) in height, provide vertical interest above the foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage; the slightly rippled leaf margins may offer minor resistance to slugs.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.25 in (13.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | yellowish green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Tokudama'
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Bengee’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blue Hawaii’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Chartreuse Piecrust’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Coal Miner’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Tobacco Road’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #457. How we check this data.