H. ‘Inaho’
Hosta ‘Inaho’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 by P. & J. Ruh, 'Inaho' is a small hosta distinguished by its unusual leaf coloration: mottled and streaked light green and yellow centers with narrow, medium green, slightly rippled margins. The lance-shaped leaves are slightly shiny above and very shiny below, with six vein pairs, and the plant produces greenish purple scapes reaching 28 to 34 inches (71.1 to 86.4 cm) in height.
In the Garden
'Inaho' forms a compact, upright clump 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. Its small size and unusual color pattern make it suitable for the front of shaded borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, where its variegation remains visible. It pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant perennials that complement its green and yellow tones.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Inaho' may be damaged by slugs and deer in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.13 in (8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | mottled and streaked light green and yellow with .1 to .2in (0.3 to 0.5cm) wide, medium green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath; moderately wavy, flat |
| Flower scape height | 28–34 in (71.1–86.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | unusual color, different from 'Kisagi', larger with purple anthers |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
- H. ‘Americana’ (2006)
- H. ‘June Fever’ (2004)
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Rainforest Sunrise’ (2003)
- H. ‘Allegan Fog’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2711