H. ‘Golden Spades’
Hosta ‘Golden Spades’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Kuk's Forest Nursery.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Kuk's Forest Nursery |
| Section class | V-3 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by Kuk's Forest Nursery, this miniature cultivar derived from Hosta 'Kabitan' forms a compact mound of green leaves with deep yellow margins. The foliage is notably bicolored, with dull upper surfaces and shiny undersides, reaching only 2.5 inches in length with four vein pairs.
In the Garden
Mature plants reach approximately 5 inches in diameter and 4 inches in height, with scapes extending up to 12 inches. This miniature hosta performs best in partial to full shade, suiting rock gardens, trough plantings, or the front of shaded borders. Its small size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation, where it can be paired with other diminutive woodland perennials such as small ferns or Heuchera cultivars.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during active growth, applying a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | dull on top; shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Kabitan' — H. ‘Kabitan’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-3, miniature size):
- H. ‘Ground Sulphur’ (1986)
- H. ‘Lights Up’ (1986)
- H. ‘Vanilla Cream’ (1986)
- H. ‘Bitsy Gold’ (1985)
- H. ‘Cassandra’ (1985)
- H. ‘Golden Hawk’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2200. How we check this data.