H. ‘Green Furrows’
Hosta ‘Green Furrows’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Schulz.
| Year registered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Schulz |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1981 by E. Schulz, 'Green Furrows' is a medium-sized variegated hosta of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive feature is a glossy, dark green leaf margin that contrasts with a lighter center, with 12 to 13 pairs of veins per leaf.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature spread of approximately 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, with individual leaves measuring 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or as a specimen in shaded garden beds.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Green Furrows' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | glossy on top |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
- H. ‘Black Hills’ (1983)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2323