H. ‘Carolingian’
Hosta ‘Carolingian’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2003, Hosta 'Carolingian' is a miniature cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its small, ovate green leaves with flat white margins, combined with white flowers—an uncommon pairing in miniature hostas.
In the Garden
'Carolingian' forms a compact mound 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) tall and 5 inches (12.7 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It thrives in partial to full shade, as typical for the genus, and is well suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. Its small stature also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants might include other miniature shade perennials such as Heuchera or small ferns.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Carolingian' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 0.75 in (1.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Leaf | green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, white, flat margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy and flat |
| Flower scape height | 11–12 in (27.9–30.5 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | white edge and white flowering miniature hosta |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Daisy Doolittle’ (2003)
- H. ‘Lime Meringue’ (2003)
- H. ‘Pipin the Short’ (2003)
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Kifukurin Ko Mame’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #928. How we check this data.