H. ‘Kifukurin Ubatake’
Hosta ‘Kifukurin Ubatake’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 by P. Ruh, 'Kifukurin Ubatake' is a miniature hosta of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its small, ovate leaves of medium green with narrow, creamy white margins that are slightly rippled, and by its compact, slow-growing mound.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta reaches a mature diameter of 6 inches (15.2 cm) and a height of 3.75 inches (9.5 cm), forming a tidy, mound-like clump. It is suitable for shaded or partially shaded sites in typical hosta-growing zones and works well in rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a border. Its small size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation, where it can be paired with other diminutive shade perennials such as miniature ferns or small sedges.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, protection from slugs and deer may be necessary, though the small leaf size can make slug damage less conspicuous.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.2 in (3 cm) |
| Leaf | medium green with .03 to .06in (0.1 to 0.2cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly cupped, lightly folded and lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small; slow |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Kifukurin Ubatake’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Sub Four’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Valley's Blue Buggle’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Valley's Chute-the-Chute’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Valley's Vanilla Sticks’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Wonderful Life’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
- H. ‘Imp’ (2006)
- H. ‘White Dove’ (1995)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3007