H. ‘Champagne’
Hosta ‘Champagne’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1994, this small hosta cultivar is a hybrid distinguished by its light green to yellow leaves with dark green, slightly rippled margins. The foliage is dull on the upper surface and slightly shiny beneath, with leaves measuring 5 inches (12.7 cm) long and 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide, featuring five vein pairs and rounded bases.
In the Garden
'Hosta' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain most distinct, and pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its small size makes it suitable for container cultivation, rock gardens, or the front of shaded borders.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. This cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | light green to yellow with .25in (0.6cm) wide, dark green, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 15–17 in (38.1–43.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Night before Christmas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Cherry Berry’ (1991)
- H. ‘June’ (1991)
- H. ‘Striptease’ (1991)
- H. ‘Candle Glow’ (1990)
- H. ‘Lakeside Cupcake’ (1998)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #974