H. ‘Golden Chimes’
Hosta ‘Golden Chimes’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by V. Grapes.
| Year registered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | V. Grapes |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1978 by V. Grapes, this medium-sized hosta forms a dense, spreading clump 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter and 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall. Its leaves are green with distinct gold margins, each leaf measuring 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide, with 12 pairs of veins. The yellow-edged foliage provides a bright contrast in the shade garden.
In the Garden
‘Golden Chimes’ performs best in partial to full shade, where its gold margins remain most vivid. At maturity, the plant reaches about 15 inches in height with a spread of 28 inches, making it suitable for the middle of a border or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its medium size also allows for container cultivation in large pots.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially during dry spells. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 19 in (48.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Golden Chimes’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Abiqua Ariel’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Abiqua Aries’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Fried Bananas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2157