H. ‘Golden Pearls’
Hosta ‘Golden Pearls’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Section class | I-3 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 2003, *Hosta* 'Golden Pearls' is a giant cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H.* 'Choko Nishiki' as the pod parent. Its visual distinction lies in the combination of large, broadly ovate, dull green leaves with flat greenish-yellow margins and moderate corrugation.
In the Garden
This mound-forming hosta reaches 28 inches (71.1 cm) in height and 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, where its substantial foliage provides a strong textural presence. Companion plants might include ferns or shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its broad leaves.
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 both pests may damage the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 24–30 in (61.0–76.2 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | in spring light green and flat; then corrugated and yellowish-orange; late July revert light green |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Choko Nishiki' — H. ‘Choko Nishiki’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-3, giant size):
- H. ‘Great Lakes Gold’ (2000)
- H. ‘Streets of Gold’ (2006)
- H. ‘Leo’ (2009)
- H. ‘River of Gold’ (2014)
- H. ‘Fragrant Gold’ (1982)
- H. ‘Golden Sculpture’ (1982)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2187