H. ‘Clementine’
Hosta ‘Clementine’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Schulz.
| Year registered | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Schulz |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2007 by E. Schulz, this small hosta cultivar is a seedling of *Hosta* 'My Darling' with unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinguished by its light green leaves with slightly rippled margins, a compact mound-like habit, and the development of intense red speckling on petioles and leaf stalks as the season progresses.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Clementine' forms a dense mound 9 inches (22.9 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is well-suited to small gardens, rockeries, or container plantings due to its small size. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, or other small shade perennials that complement its variegated foliage.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs and deer may feed on hostas, 'Clementine' has no known exceptional resistance; standard protective measures may be required in areas with heavy pest pressure.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | light green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 18–24 in (45.7–61.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | petiole and leaf stalks develop intense red speckling as the season progresses |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'My Darling' — H. ‘My Darling’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Almost’ (2005)
- H. ‘Devil's Poker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Black and Blue’ (2010)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Urchin’ (2013)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1080