H. ‘Bitsy Gold’
Hosta ‘Bitsy Gold’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Savory.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Savory |
| Section class | V-3 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by R. Savory, this miniature hosta originated from a cross between Hosta longissima (pod parent) and a yellow seedling. 'Bitsy Gold' is visually distinctive for its narrow, lance-shaped green leaves with gold margins, a color pattern that reverses the typical gold-centered, green-margined form common in small hostas.
In the Garden
'Bitsy Gold' forms a compact clump reaching 6 inches (15.2 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter at maturity. Its small stature and narrow leaves (5 inches long, 0.75 inch wide) make it well suited for rock gardens, troughs, and the front of borders. It pairs naturally with other miniature hostas or small woodland perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella. The plant tolerates partial shade to dappled sun; in too much shade the gold margins may fade to chartreuse.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, especially in containers, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Like most hostas, 'Bitsy Gold' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor for leaf holes and protect with barriers or repellents if necessary. It performs reliably in typical hosta-growing zones.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 0.75 in (1.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Flower scape height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. longissima
- Pollen parent: yellow seedling
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-3, miniature size):
- H. ‘Cassandra’ (1985)
- H. ‘Golden Hawk’ (1984)
- H. ‘Golden Spades’ (1986)
- H. ‘Ground Sulphur’ (1986)
- H. ‘Lights Up’ (1986)
- H. ‘Vanilla Cream’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #532. How we check this data.