H. ‘Flash Dance’
Hosta ‘Flash Dance’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Malloy & M. Laviana.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Originator | A. Malloy & M. Laviana |
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by A. Malloy and M. Laviana, this small hosta is a sport of *Hosta* 'Pacific Blue Edger'. It is distinguished by intensely blue-green leaves with streaked margins, a flat leaf base, and dull surfaces on both sides.
In the Garden
'Hosta Flash Dance' reaches a mature size of 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) in height and 13 inches (33.0 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with small ferns, heucheras, or other miniature perennials. Its compact habit also suits trough gardens or small-scale woodland settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many small-leaved hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through routine monitoring or barriers.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Pacific Blue Edger' — H. ‘Pacific Blue Edger’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ray of Hope’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Caesar’ (1999)
- H. ‘Champagne and Caviar’ (1999)
- H. ‘Confused’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1798