H. ‘Hammered Gold’

Overview

Registered in 2016, Hosta 'Hammered Gold' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its nearly round, intensely corrugated leaves that are blue-green with broad, greenish-yellow margins. The leaf surface is dull above with a glaucous bloom beneath, and the blades exhibit moderate cupping and a contorted, biscuit-like texture.

In the Garden

'Hammered Gold' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain bright without scorching, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds. The plant’s compact size and textured foliage pair well with finer-leaved perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Hammered Gold' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.