H. ‘Key Lime’
Hosta ‘Key Lime’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Banyai.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Banyai |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by P. Banyai, *Hosta* 'Key Lime' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of *H. montana*. It is visually distinctive for its cordate, green leaves with light yellow-green margins, producing a two-tone effect that persists through the growing season.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature spread of 26 inches (66.0 cm) and a height of 13 inches (33.0 cm), making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its medium size and upright leaf habit pair well with ferns, *Heuchera*, or other shade-tolerant perennials. It is not typically recommended for container culture due to its spreading habit.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. 'Key Lime' shows typical hosta susceptibility to slugs and deer, so protective measures may be needed in gardens where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 26 in (66 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. montana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Fried Bananas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3000