H. ‘Hadspen Heron’
Hosta ‘Hadspen Heron’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith.
| Year registered | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Originator | E. Smith |
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1976 by E. Smith and introduced by P. Aden, 'Hadspen Heron' is a small blue-green hosta derived from the *H.* Tardiana Group. Its narrow, lance-shaped leaves are distinguished by a blue margin and measure 4 inches (10.2 cm) long by 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide, with 14 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
This compact cultivar forms a clump 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for small spaces, rock gardens, or the front of a border. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from deer and monitor for slug damage, particularly on young foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Flower scape height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Hadspen Heron’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Golden Oriole’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Itsy Bitsy Spider’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Mack the Knife’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Hadspen Blue’ (1976)
- H. ‘Dorset Blue’ (1977)
- H. ‘Love Pat’ (1978)
- H. ‘Baby Bunting’ (1982)
- H. ‘Blue Arrow’ (1982)
- H. ‘Indigo’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2413