H. ‘Goldbrook Genie’
Hosta ‘Goldbrook Genie’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by S. Bond.
| Year registered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | S. Bond |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1989 by S. Bond, 'Goldbrook Genie' is a small hosta derived from a hybrid of H. nakaiana. Its most distinctive feature is the contrast between blue-green leaf centers and gray-blue margins, a combination unusual in small cultivars.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a compact mound 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with cordate leaves 4 inches (10.2 cm) long and wide. It performs best in partial to full shade and is well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or front-of-border positions. Its small stature also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Flower scape height | 24 in (61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. nakaiana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Belle’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Danube’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blythe Spirit’ (1990)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2143. How we check this data.