H. ‘Gaga’
Hosta ‘Gaga’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek of the American Hosta Society, *Hosta* 'Gaga' is a small, mound-forming cultivar derived from a seedling of unknown parentage. Its distinguishing feature is a green leaf blade with light golden yellow margins, elliptic in shape with a tapered base.
In the Garden
'Hosta' reaches a mature spread of 24 inches (61.0 cm) and a height of 10 inches (25.4 cm), forming a dense, low mound. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited to the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings due to its compact size. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or shade-tolerant annuals.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage; monitor regularly and use barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: seedling of unknown parentage
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1998