H. ‘Cupatini’
Hosta ‘Cupatini’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, 'Cupatini' is a small hosta resulting from a cross between a golden yellow sport of *H.* 'Blue Dimples' (pod parent) and *H.* 'Shining Tot' (pollen parent). This cultivar is visually distinguished by its compact, mound-like habit of deeply cupped, broadly ovate leaves with a medium blue-green color, glaucous bloom on both surfaces, and moderately corrugated texture.
In the Garden
'Cupatini' is suitable for partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and reaches a mature size of 11 inches (27.9 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter with a moderate growth rate. Its small stature and dense, cupped foliage make it an effective choice for the front of shaded borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. Companion plants could include small ferns, *Heuchera* cultivars, or other miniature hostas that complement its blue-green tones.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor foliage regularly and take protective measures if needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.88 in (14.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; deeply cupped, moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 13 in (33.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small mound of cupped, blue-green foliage |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: golden yellow sport of H. 'Blue Dimples' — H. ‘Blue Dimples’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Shining Tot' — H. ‘Shining Tot’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Pacific Blue Edger’ (2009)
- H. ‘Blue Hearts’ (2010)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Miss Linda Smith’ (2006)
- H. ‘Mr Blue’ (2005)
- H. ‘Venetian Blue’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1300