H. ‘Jazzy’
Hosta ‘Jazzy’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
A sport of a seedling of *Hosta* 'Fascination', 'Jazzy' was registered in 2000. This small cultivar is visually defined by its light green leaves with a broad, creamy white margin that is slightly rippled, creating a clear, contrasting variegation.
In the Garden
'Jazzy' forms a compact mound reaching 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its small size makes it well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It pairs effectively with other small shade perennials such as *Heuchera* or ferns.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, and deer will browse the leaves if accessible.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | light green with .75in (1.9cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 8–12 in (20.3–30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Fascination' seedling — H. ‘Fascination’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2845