H. ‘Flamboyant’
Hosta ‘Flamboyant’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Ch. Tompkins.
| Year registered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Originator | Ch. Tompkins |
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1978 by Ch. Tompkins and introduced by P. Aden, *Hosta* 'Flamboyant' is a medium-sized variegated cultivar derived from X-ray treated seed of a golden seedling, with unknown pollen parentage. Its visual distinction lies in leaves bearing streaked margins, a pattern resulting from the induced mutation.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 18 inches (45.7 cm) and height of 14 inches (35.6 cm), with individual leaves measuring 7 inches (17.8 cm) long by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide and displaying 12 vein pairs. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for variegated hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 19 in (48.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: X-ray treated seed from golden seedling
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Flamboyant’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Alice in Wonderland’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Chivalry’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Debutante’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Double Edge’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Edge of Glenn’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Eleanor Lachman’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Elizabeth Ingolfsrud’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Flow Swirls’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Gene Summers’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Halo’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Intrigue’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘It's a Jungle Out There’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Dimpled Chad’ (2001)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Debutante’ (1978)
- H. ‘Gene Summers’ (1978)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1789