H. ‘Grey Poupon’
Hosta ‘Grey Poupon’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1995 |
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| Section class | V-5b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1995, 'Grey Poupon' is a miniature hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its small, gray-green leaves edged with narrow, deep gold margins, the leaf surface bearing a glaucous bloom on both sides.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a low, dense mound 6 inches (15 cm) tall and 12 inches (30 cm) wide, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade and is well suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Its miniature size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, and other miniature hostas.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Grey Poupon' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; take appropriate protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.1 in (5.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | gray green with .02in (0.1cm) wide, deep gold, slightly rippled margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 16–22 in (40.6–55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-5b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gaijin’ (1995)
- H. ‘Lakeside Baby Face’ (1997)
- H. ‘Magic Carpet’ (1998)
- H. ‘Hope’ (1999)
- H. ‘Lakeside Bugaboo’ (2000)
- H. ‘Kinbotan’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2380. How we check this data.