H. ‘Harvest Delight’
Hosta ‘Harvest Delight’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1997 by Paul Ruh, 'Harvest Delight' is a small hosta derived from a hybrid of *Hosta kikutii*. It produces variegated leaves with dark green, slightly rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a very shiny underside.
In the Garden
This slow-growing, mound-forming cultivar reaches approximately 12.5 inches (31.8 cm) in height and spreads to 21 inches (53.3 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for rock gardens, container plantings, or the front of shaded borders. Its compact size pairs effectively with small ferns, heucheras, or other diminutive woodland perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.75 in (19.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 17–19.5 in (43.2–49.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. kikutii
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Harvest Delight’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Red October’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Bridegroom’ (1990)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
- H. ‘Almost’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2461