H. ‘Congratulations’
Hosta ‘Congratulations’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-6a (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2015, *Hosta* 'Congratulations' is a large, mound-forming cultivar notable for its three-colored foliage: a creamy white leaf center with a two-inch-wide dark green margin, and a green-and-white scape. The broadly ovate leaves, measuring nine inches long and seven and a half inches wide, have a dull surface on both sides, a cordate base, and good substance.
In the Garden
'Congratulations' forms a substantial mound 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter and 20 inches (50.8 cm) tall, with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its variegated leaves. Its large size makes it a strong specimen for the middle to back of a shaded border.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrents may be necessary, as both pests are attracted to hosta foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | creamy white with 2in (5.1cm) wide, dark green, flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; flat |
| Flower scape height | 18–23 in (45.7–58.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | three-colored leaf, good substance |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-6a, large size):
- H. ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ (2012)
- H. ‘Stained Glass’ (1999)
- H. ‘Brother Stefan’ (1998)
- H. ‘Lakeside Shore Master’ (1998)
- H. ‘Dream Weaver’ (1996)
- H. ‘Night Shift’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1146