H. ‘Edina Hornet’
Hosta ‘Edina Hornet’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-5b (Large) |
Overview
A sport of a *Hosta* 'Honey' seedling registered in 1996, 'Edina Hornet' is a large, upright cultivar distinguished by its medium green leaves with medium gold, slightly rippled margins. The leaf surface is dull above and waxy beneath, with a cordate base and 13 to 14 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
Reaching 21 inches (53.3 cm) in height and 26 inches (66.0 cm) in diameter, 'Edina Hornet' forms a substantial clump with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its upright habit makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens. Companion plants include ferns, *Heuchera*, and shade-tolerant *Geranium* species.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Edina Hornet' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate control measures may be necessary.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 26 in (66 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10.8 in (27.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Leaf | medium green medium gold, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; waxy underneath |
| Flower scape height | 28–30 in (71.1–76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Honey' seedling — H. ‘Honey’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-5b, large size):
- H. ‘Yellow Flash’ (1997)
- H. ‘Blue River’ (1998)
- H. ‘Band of Gold’ (1999)
- H. ‘Arc de Triomphe’ (2000)
- H. ‘Afternoon Delight’ (2003)
- H. ‘Sagae’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1563