H. ‘Innovation’
Hosta ‘Innovation’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Nesmith.
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Originator | E. Nesmith |
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1996 by E. Nesmith and subsequently registered by P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Innovation' is a large, mound-forming cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its very shiny, dark green leaves with flat margins, a dull underside, and a rounded leaf base, creating a bold, uniform appearance in the garden.
In the Garden
'HInnovation' forms a substantial mound 18 inches (45.7 cm) tall and 37 inches (94.0 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate that suits it for long-term placement in partial to full shade. Its large, glossy leaves pair well with finer-textured perennials such as ferns or heucheras, and it can serve as a groundcover or specimen in shaded borders. Due to its size, it is not suitable for small containers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the large, tender leaves may attract both pests in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 37 in (94 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.75 in (32.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | dark green flat margins; very shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 26–29 in (66.0–73.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Tracy's Emerald Cup’ (1997)
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Duke’ (1988)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2736