H. ‘Blonde Elf’
Hosta ‘Blonde Elf’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, M. Zilis.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, M. Zilis |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by M. Zilis, Hosta 'Blonde Elf' is a sport of Hosta 'Amy Aden' distinguished by its small, dense mound of blue-green leaves with broad, golden yellow margins. The ovate leaves, measuring 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) long and 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide, have a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath, with 9 to 10 vein pairs and moderately wavy edges.
In the Garden
'Blonde Elf' forms a compact, fast-growing mound 10 inches (25.4 cm) tall and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain bright without scorching. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or other miniature hostas that complement its tidy habit.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Blonde Elf' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | golden yellow flat margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 12–21 in (30.5–53.3 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | dense, fast growing mound of medium golden yellow foliage |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Amy Aden' — H. ‘Amy Aden’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Chartreuse Waves’ (2010)
- H. ‘Itty Gold’ (2010)
- H. ‘Pineapple Zest’ (2010)
- H. ‘Regal Tot’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #566. How we check this data.