H. ‘Bri-Sun’
Hosta ‘Bri-Sun’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2015, *Hosta* 'Bri-Sun' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage distinguished by its bright green leaves with heavily rippled, bright yellow margins. The broadly ovate to nearly round leaves, measuring 6 inches long and 4 inches wide, are lightly corrugated with a slightly shiny upper surface and dull underside, bearing 8 to 9 vein pairs.
In the Garden
This compact hosta forms a mound-like clump reaching 15 inches in height and 30 inches in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for the genus, and its small stature makes it well-suited for rock gardens, container plantings, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants might include ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials that complement its gold-margined foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Bri-Sun' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate preventative measures should be taken in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | yellow heavy rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 24–30 in (61.0–76.2 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | darkens during the season |
| Notable characteristics | bright yellow with rippled edge |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #811