H. ‘Hadspen Pink’
Hosta ‘Hadspen Pink’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith & BHHS.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Smith & BHHS |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by E. Smith and the British Hosta and Hemerocallis Society (BHHS), 'Hadspen Pink' is a small hosta derived from the *H.* Tardiana Group. Its primary distinction is the combination of blue-green leaves with blue margins, a color contrast unusual in a plant of this size class.
In the Garden
At maturity, 'Hadspen Pink' forms a compact clump 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter and 13 inches (33.0 cm) tall, making it suitable for the front of a border or rock garden. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue tones are most pronounced. Companion plants include small ferns, *Heuchera*, and other miniature hostas; it is also well suited to container cultivation due to its restrained size.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, particularly in containers. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Brother Ronald’ (1988)
- H. ‘Fragrant Blue’ (1988)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Edger’ (1987)
- H. ‘Indigo’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2415