H. ‘Heartache’
Hosta ‘Heartache’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | II-3 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek, Hosta 'Heartache' is a large, mound-forming hybrid derived from H. 'Gold Regal' (seed parent) and H. ventricosa (pollen parent). It is distinguished by its broadly ovate to nearly round, blue-green leaves with wide golden yellow margins, a dull upper surface, and a glaucous bloom beneath.
In the Garden
'Heartache' reaches a mature spread of 42 inches (107 cm) and a height of 20 inches (51 cm), forming a dense, symmetrical mound. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is well-suited to woodland borders, shade gardens, or as a specimen in mixed perennial beds. Its large, corrugated leaves pair effectively with fine-textured ferns, Heuchera, or Astilbe.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended, as both pests may damage the foliage.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly corrugated |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Gold Regal' — H. ‘Gold Regal’
- Pollen parent: H. ventricosa
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Heartache’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Rachel’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-3, large size):
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Rosedale Bright and Sassy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Sun Power’ (1986)
- H. ‘Birdbeak’ (2009)
- H. ‘Bold and Brassy’ (2009)
- H. ‘Buster’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2479. How we check this data.