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H. ‘Holly's Dazzler’

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Hosta ‘Holly's Dazzler’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Benedict.

Year registered1987
RegistrantR. Benedict
Section classIII-1 (Medium)

Overview

Registered in 1987 by R. Benedict, this medium-sized hosta originated as a selfed seedling of Hosta 'Holly's Honey'. The cultivar is distinguished by its medium green leaves with small, irregular undulations along the margins and a satiny upper surface, creating a subtly textured variegated appearance.

In the Garden

'Holly's Dazzler' forms a compact mound 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover in partial to full shade. Its satiny, undulating leaves pair well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast in texture or color. The plant's moderate size allows for use in woodland gardens or shaded foundation plantings.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from slugs and deer in typical hosta-growing zones.

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Size and leaf

Clump height15 in (38.1 cm)
Clump width24 in (61 cm)
Leaf length8 in (20.3 cm)
Leaf width4 in (10.2 cm)
Vein pairs6
Leafmedium green small irregular undulations margins; satiny on top
Flower scape height24 in (61.0 cm)

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Parentage

  • Pod parent: H. 'Holly's Honey'
  • Pollen parent: H. 'Holly's Honey'

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #2586. How we check this data.