H. ‘Jambleliah’
Hosta ‘Jambleliah’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Aden.
| Year registered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1978 by P. Aden, this small hosta cultivar is a cross between *H.* 'Flamboyant' and *H.* 'High Fat Cream'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with splashed cream, chartreuse, and yellow margins, a variegation pattern inherited from its parentage.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Jambleliah' reaches a mature size of 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of a border or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as heucheras or ferns. Its compact size also makes it a candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Flower scape height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Flamboyant' — H. ‘Flamboyant’
- Pollen parent: H. 'High Fat Cream' — H. ‘High Fat Cream’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ray of Hope’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Flow Swirls’ (1978)
- H. ‘Gray Streaked Squiggles’ (1978)
- H. ‘Intrigue’ (1978)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2816