H. ‘Liberty Bell’
Hosta ‘Liberty Bell’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Benedict.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Benedict |
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by R. Benedict, this small hosta cultivar arose from a cross between *H.* 'Yellow Splash' (pod parent) and *H.* 'Neat Splash' (pollen parent). It is distinguished by its variegated foliage, featuring green margins surrounding a lighter leaf center, with three to four pairs of veins per leaf.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Liberty Bell' reaches a mature size of 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders or rock gardens. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for variegated hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf astilbes. Its compact dimensions also make it a candidate for container culture.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Yellow Splash' — H. ‘Yellow Splash’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Neat Splash' — H. ‘Neat Splash’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Liberty Bell’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Heartbeat’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Cascading Waters’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crinkled Leather’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Ebony Towers’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Enduring Beacon’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Garnet Spires’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Louie Louie’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Strawberry Surprise’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Transitions’ (seedling (pod parent))
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. ‘Dianne’ (1985)
- H. ‘Irish Spring’ (1985)
- H. ‘Painted Lady’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3375