H. ‘Green with Envy’
Hosta ‘Green with Envy’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-6a (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2000 as a sport of Hosta 'Dawn', 'Green with Envy' is a miniature cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with white margins. The leaves measure 2.75 inches (7.0 cm) in length and 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) in width, with four vein pairs and a dull upper surface contrasting with a slightly shiny underside; the margins are greenish white to yellow dark green and slightly rippled, and the leaf base is rounded.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta is suitable for shaded or partially shaded positions in typical hosta-growing zones. Its compact size—with scapes reaching 12 to 15 inches (30.5 to 38.1 cm) in height—makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a border. It pairs well with other small shade perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella, and its diminutive stature suits container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitoring and protective measures are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | greenish white to yellow dark green, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 12–15 in (30.5–38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Dawn' — H. ‘Dawn’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-6a, miniature size):
- H. ‘X-rated’ (2001)
- H. ‘Frosted Waves’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lakeside Elfin Fire’ (2000)
- H. ‘Little Caesar’ (2000)
- H. ‘Teeny-weeny Bikini’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lakeside Fruit Loops’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2359. How we check this data.