H. ‘Hypnosis’
Hosta ‘Hypnosis’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Pathfinder', 'Hypnosis' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with wide white margins that exhibit green speckling. This chimeral reversal produces a misted appearance along the leaf edge, with a glaucous bloom on the undersides.
In the Garden
'Hypnosis' forms a slow-growing, mound-like clump reaching 33 inches (83.8 cm) in diameter and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height. Its ovate, lightly cupped leaves with flat margins tolerate typical shade conditions, though the white margins may benefit from some morning light to maintain contrast. This cultivar pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials in woodland or border settings.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While typical hosta-growing zones apply, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor leaf margins for feeding.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 33 in (83.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.75 in (12.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | dark green with .5in (1.3cm) wide, white with green speckling, flat margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly cupped |
| Flower scape height | 20–30 in (50.8–76.2 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | chimeral reversal of H. 'Pathfinder'; misted leaf margin |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Pathfinder' — H. ‘Pathfinder’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Cathy's Clown’ (2011)
- H. ‘Oshima Silk’ (2009)
- H. ‘Bridal Falls’ (2012)
- H. ‘Quiet Waters’ (2008)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2680