H. ‘Golden Delight’
Hosta ‘Golden Delight’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-3 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1994, *Hosta* 'Golden Delight' is a large hybrid of *H.* 'Wayside Blue' distinguished by its blue-green leaves with medium gold, smooth margins. The foliage is dull on the upper surface with a glaucous bloom beneath, and the leaf base is cordate.
In the Garden
'Golden Delight' forms a substantial mound 48 inches (121.9 cm) in diameter and 27 inches (68.6 cm) tall, with leaves 10 inches (25.4 cm) long and 9 inches (22.9 cm) wide bearing 12 to 14 vein pairs. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its large size makes it suitable as a specimen or in the middle to back of a shaded border. Companion plants include ferns, *Heuchera*, and shade-tolerant groundcovers.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Leaf | medium gold smooth margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 20–24 in (50.8–61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Wayside Blue' — H. ‘Wayside Blue’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Golden Delight’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Dave’ (sport)
- H. ‘Roberta’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-3, large size):
- H. ‘Rosedale Bright and Sassy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Sunny Delight’ (2000)
- H. ‘Sun Power’ (1986)
- H. ‘Dancing Queen’ (2005)
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Centerfold’ (1994)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2160