H. ‘Golden Arrow’
Hosta ‘Golden Arrow’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1996, *Hosta* 'Golden Arrow' is a small hybrid derived from *H. clausa*, distinguished by its narrow, lanceolate green leaves with yellow-gold margins and a semi-upright growth habit. The plant reaches 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter, with leaves measuring 5.5 inches (14.0 cm) long and 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) wide, featuring four vein pairs, a dull upper surface, and a slightly shiny underside with rounded leaf bases.
In the Garden
This slow-growing, small hosta is suited for shaded to partially shaded locations in typical hosta-growing zones, where its compact size and upright foliage make it effective in rock gardens, troughs, or the front of borders. Its modest dimensions also recommend it for container cultivation. Companion plants might include small ferns, *Heuchera*, or other dwarf hostas that share similar light and moisture requirements.
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 damage foliage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18–22 in (45.7–55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. clausa
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2152