H. ‘Chelsea Ore’
Hosta ‘Chelsea Ore’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Chelsea Physic Garden.
| Year registered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Chelsea Physic Garden |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1989 by the Chelsea Physic Garden, 'Chelsea Ore' is a small hosta cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with gold margins. The foliage measures 6 inches (15.2 cm) long by 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide, with six vein pairs, and exhibits a yellow-green to dark green coloration with the gold edge.
In the Garden
This compact, semi-stoloniferous plant reaches 24 inches (61.0 cm) in both height and diameter at maturity, making it suitable for small spaces or the front of a border. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for gold-margined hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other small shade perennials. Its modest size also makes it a candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Chelsea Ore' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Silver Tiara’ (1988)
- H. ‘June’ (1991)
- H. ‘Paul's Glory’ (1987)
- H. ‘Striptease’ (1991)
- H. ‘Champagne’ (1994)
- H. ‘Fire and Ice’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1004. How we check this data.