H. ‘Emerald Elf’
Hosta ‘Emerald Elf’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2013, Hosta 'Emerald Elf' is a miniature cultivar of unknown parentage distinguished by its exceptionally shiny, bright green foliage with light green margins. The leaves are ovate to broadly ovate, measuring 2 inches (5.1 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, with 4 to 5 vein pairs, and exhibit light cupping, folding, and waviness.
In the Garden
'Emerald Elf' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders due to its miniature size. Its small dimensions also make it an excellent candidate for container cultivation, where its glossy foliage can be appreciated at close range.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Emerald Elf' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate protective measures should be considered in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | light green flat margins; very shiny on top; very shiny underneath; lightly cupped, lightly folded, lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 15–24 in (38.1–61.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | very shiny, bright green coloration |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Little Dancer’ (2013)
- H. ‘Maurice Mason’ (2013)
- H. ‘Mighty Min’ (2013)
- H. ‘Small World’ (2013)
- H. ‘Lime Knack’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1615. How we check this data.