H. ‘Error Apparent’
Hosta ‘Error Apparent’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by B. Kuk & J. Willette.
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Originator | B. Kuk & J. Willette |
| Registrant | B. Kuk |
| Section class | V-7 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 by B. Kuk and J. Willette, Hosta 'Error Apparent' is a miniature cultivar notable for its unusual leaf patterning of dark green and cream streaks and dots against white margins. The plant produces red seed pods and grows from H. 'Goddess of Athena' as the pod parent, with an unknown pollen parent.
In the Garden
Reaching 3 inches (7.6 cm) in height and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, this compact hosta forms a low, flat mound with leaves that lay nearly on the ground surface. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for the genus, and its small size makes it well-suited for troughs, rock gardens, or the front of a shaded border. Companion plants might include small ferns or Heuchera cultivars that complement its cream and green variegation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, avoiding overhead watering to reduce foliar disease. Fertilize lightly in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur and should be monitored in garden settings.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.63 in (4.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | cream and green streaks and dots slightly rippled margins; lightly wavy, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 8–10 in (20.3–25.4 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | changes to a light green |
| Notable characteristics | unusual dark green and cream streaks and dots, red seed pods, leaves lay flat nearly on ground surface |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Goddess of Athena' — H. ‘Goddess of Athena’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-7, miniature size):
- H. ‘Nougat’ (2004)
- H. ‘Royal Mouse Ears’ (2004)
- H. ‘Short and Sweet’ (2004)
- H. ‘Sweet and Low’ (2004)
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears Supreme’ (2007)
- H. ‘Croutons’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1658. How we check this data.