H. ‘Cassandra’
Hosta ‘Cassandra’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. Wagner.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. Wagner |
| Section class | V-3 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by W. Wagner, ‘Cassandra’ is a miniature hosta distinguished by its small, green leaves with narrow gold margins. The plant forms a compact mound reaching 4 inches (10.2 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, with individual leaves measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, bearing three vein pairs and yellow marginal coloration.
In the Garden
‘Cassandra’ performs best in partial to full shade, where its gold margins remain most vivid. At maturity, this miniature cultivar forms a tidy, low clump suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or trough plantings. Its small stature makes it an excellent candidate for container culture, and it pairs well with other diminutive perennials such as miniature ferns, Heuchera cultivars, or small sedges.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in containers, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Like most hostas, ‘Cassandra’ is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Flower scape height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-3, miniature size):
- H. ‘Bitsy Gold’ (1985)
- H. ‘Golden Hawk’ (1984)
- H. ‘Golden Spades’ (1986)
- H. ‘Ground Sulphur’ (1986)
- H. ‘Lights Up’ (1986)
- H. ‘Vanilla Cream’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #938. How we check this data.