H. ‘Heart of Chan’
Hosta ‘Heart of Chan’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by C. Owens.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | C. Owens |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by C. Owens, this small hosta is believed to be a sport of Hosta 'Haku Chu Han'. It is visually distinctive for its glossy, variegated leaves with medium green margins and a lighter center, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Hosta of Chan' reaches a mature diameter of 19 inches (48.3 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), making it suitable for the front of a border, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. This cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate protective measures may be necessary.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 19 in (48.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | glossy on top |
| Flower scape height | 20–28 in (50.8–71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Believed Sport of H. 'Haku Chu Han' — H. ‘Haku Chu Han’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
- H. ‘Pearl Lake’ (1982)
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Tall Twister’ (1973)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2474. How we check this data.