H. ‘Geisha Limey Streaks’
Hosta ‘Geisha Limey Streaks’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | V-7 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek, this miniature cultivar originated as a sport of Hosta 'Ani Machi'. 'Geisha Limey Streaks' is visually distinctive for its golden yellow leaves overlaid with irregular green streaks and mottling, creating a lime-toned variegation pattern with slightly rippled, cupped foliage.
In the Garden
At maturity, this slow-growing plant forms a compact clump 6 inches (15.2 cm) tall and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter. The semi-upright habit and small leaf size make it well suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. It pairs effectively with other miniature hostas or fine-textured shade perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella.
Care Notes
Grow in moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade, typical for hosta-growing zones. Water during dry periods and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring; foliage is susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | golden yellow with green streaks and mottling slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; wavy, folded to cupped |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Ani Machi' — H. ‘Ani Machi’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-7, miniature size):
- H. ‘Iwa Shimizu’ (2009)
- H. ‘Little Streaker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Mouse Tracks’ (2009)
- H. ‘Pixie Dust’ (2009)
- H. ‘Frosted Mini Hearts’ (2010)
- H. ‘Little Jill’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2033. How we check this data.