H. ‘Golden Waffles’
Hosta ‘Golden Waffles’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by F. Shaw.
| Year registered | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Originator | F. Shaw |
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1976 by originator F. Shaw and registrant P. Aden, *Hosta* 'Golden Waffles' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with light gold margins and a prominently puckered, waffle-like leaf surface. The foliage reaches 14 inches (35.6 cm) in length and 4 inches (10.2 cm) in width, with 16 vein pairs contributing to its textured appearance.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a clump 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. The gold-margined leaves provide contrast when paired with darker-leaved hostas or ferns, and the plant's medium size allows for use in woodland gardens or shaded foundation plantings. Its compact habit also suits larger containers when provided with adequate drainage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from slugs and snails, which may damage the textured leaf surface, and monitor for deer browsing in areas where these animals are present.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 16 |
| Flower scape height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Golden Waffles’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Alabama Gold’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Aztec Treasure’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Estelle Aden’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Gold Pan’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Golden Prayers’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Ledi Lantis’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Little Aurora’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Maui Hana’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Midas Touch’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Shocking Chartreuse’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Sunshine Glory’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Tijuana Brass’ (seedling (pod 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 #2209