H. ‘Jack of Diamonds’
Hosta ‘Jack of Diamonds’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Savory.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Savory |
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by R. Savory, this medium-sized hosta is a hybrid of *H. sieboldiana*. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with gold margins, a color combination that matures to blue-gray with yellow edges as the season progresses.
In the Garden
'Hosta of Diamonds' reaches a mature height of 16 inches (40.6 cm) and a spread of 20 inches (50.8 cm), making it suitable for the middle of a shaded border or as a specimen in a woodland garden. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue tones are most pronounced, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size also allows for container cultivation in larger pots.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. sieboldiana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Moonbeam’ (1987)
- H. ‘Tokudama Flavocircinalis’ (1987)
- H. ‘Antioch’ (1979)
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Bridgeville’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2802