H. ‘Endless Summer’
Hosta ‘Endless Summer’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2006 by P. Ruh as a sport of *Hosta* 'June', 'Endless Summer' is a medium-sized hosta distinguished by its green leaves with greenish-yellow, slightly rippled gold margins. The ovate, lightly cupped leaves have a moderately folded and corrugated texture, with a slightly shiny upper surface and dull underside.
In the Garden
'Endless Summer' reaches approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height with a spread of 20 inches (50.8 cm), forming an upright mound suited to partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones. Its medium size and variegated foliage pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The yellow-green scapes rise to 19.5 inches (49.5 cm), bearing lavender flowers in midsummer.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through cultural or physical controls.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.63 in (11.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly cupped, moderately folded, moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 19.5 in (49.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'June' — H. ‘June’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘Cup of Joy’ (2011)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1643