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.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
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. ‘Leo’ (2009)
- H. ‘Sum and Substance’ (1980)
- H. ‘Honey Hill Eureka’ (2003)
- H. ‘Lighthouse’ (2003)
- H. ‘Vanguard’ (2003)
- H. ‘Arnold Black’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2187. How we check this data.