H. ‘Dancing in the Rain’
Hosta ‘Dancing in the Rain’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2004 as a white-centered sport of *Hosta* 'Blue Umbrella', 'Dancing in the Rain' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with creamy white centers and dark green, flat margins. The foliage exhibits a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, with moderate corrugation and a nearly round, cordate base.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound-like clump reaching approximately 24 inches (61 cm) in height and 28 inches (71 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its cream-centered leaves provide contrast against darker green or gold-foliaged companions such as ferns or *Heuchera* cultivars. The plant's medium size suits border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded containers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Dancing in the Rain' may require protection from slugs and deer in garden settings.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 17 |
| Leaf | creamy white with .25 to .75in (0.6 to 1.9cm) wide, dark green, flat margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately corrugated |
| Seasonal colour change | center develops light green frosting in the heat |
| Notable characteristics | white centered sport of 'Blue Umbrella' |
| Plant patent | PP15,977 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Dancing in the Rain’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Dancing Stars’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
- H. ‘Broad Street’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1339