H. ‘Ems Pfeil’
Hosta ‘Ems Pfeil’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2016 by an unknown hybridizer, Hosta 'Ems Pfeil' is a miniature cultivar notable for its arrow-shaped, blue-green leaves with lightly wavy margins. The pod parent is Hosta 'Abby'; the pollen parent is unknown. The cultivar name references the River Ems, which flows through Rheine, Germany.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter and 5 inches (12 cm) in height, this mound-forming plant is suited to the front of borders, rock gardens, or troughs. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones. Its small size and compact habit make it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants might include small ferns, Heuchera, or miniature sedges.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage; monitor regularly and employ control measures if necessary.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4.72 in (12 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 7.87 in (20 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.15 in (8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.38 in (3.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy overall. |
| Flower scape height | 7.9–9.8 in (20.1–24.9 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | Color changes from medium blue-green to slightly blue-green |
| Notable characteristics | Small plant with arrow shaped, wavy, blue-green leaves. Named after the river Ems that runs through Rheine. |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Abby' — H. ‘Abby’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Bye Bob’ (2015)
- H. ‘Briar Patch’ (2014)
- H. ‘Job’ (2012)
- H. ‘Slim and Trim’ (2010)
- H. ‘Tet-A-Poo’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1638. How we check this data.