H. ‘Bold One’
Hosta ‘Bold One’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Aden.
| Year registered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1978 by P. Aden, 'Bold One' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with wide, irregular margins that transition from gold to chartreuse to white as the season progresses. The leaf blades measure 9 inches (22.9 cm) in length and 6 inches (15.2 cm) in width, with 14 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a substantial clump reaching 38 inches (96.5 cm) in diameter and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in height, making it suitable for mid-border positions in shade or partial shade. Its bold variegation pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The scape height is recorded as 36 inches (91.4 cm), though this dimension may vary under cultivation.
Care Notes
'Bold One' performs best in moist, well-drained soil with regular watering during dry periods, particularly in typical hosta-growing zones. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through standard horticultural practices.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 38 in (96.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Flower scape height | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Bold One’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Royal Rainbow’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘White Colossus’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘Estelle Aden’ (1978)
- H. ‘Gold Pan’ (1978)
- H. ‘Golden Chimes’ (1978)
- H. ‘Ledi Lantis’ (1978)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #742. How we check this data.