H. ‘Borsch 1’
Hosta ‘Borsch 1’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by P. Ruh, 'Borsch 1' is a large, upright hosta of unknown parentage. Its variegated foliage features light green, slightly rippled leaf margins with a dull upper surface and slightly shiny underside, borne on cordate leaf bases.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 33 inches (83.8 cm) and height of 20 inches (50.8 cm), 'Borsch 1' suits mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its moderate growth rate and upright habit make it compatible with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials; it is not typically recommended for containers due to its large size.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, particularly during dry spells. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Like most hostas, it 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 | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 33 in (83.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | light green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 34–36 in (86.4–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
- H. ‘Amethyst Joy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Deluxe Edition’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #759. How we check this data.