H. ‘Collector's Choice’
Hosta ‘Collector's Choice’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek of the American Hosta Society, Hosta 'Collector's Choice' is a miniature cultivar derived from Hosta ventricosa as the pod parent, with an unknown pollen parent. Its distinctive appearance arises from medium green leaves with flat margins, a dull surface on both sides, and an ovate shape with a rounded base, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Collector's Choice' reaches a mature size of 6 inches (15.2 cm) in diameter and 3 inches (7.6 cm) in height, making it suitable for small-scale garden spaces. It thrives in partial to full shade, typical of hostas, and pairs well with other miniature perennials such as dwarf ferns or Heuchera cultivars. Its compact size makes it an excellent candidate for troughs, rock gardens, or container plantings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 75 in (1.9 cm) |
| Leaf | medium green flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. ventricosa
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Abiqua Jim Dandy’ (2009)
- H. ‘Appletini’ (2009)
- H. ‘Baby Kim’ (2009)
- H. ‘Chirp’ (2009)
- H. ‘Elsley Runner’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1117. How we check this data.