H. ‘Limited Edition’
Hosta ‘Limited Edition’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2001, *Hosta* 'Limited Edition' is a medium-sized variegated cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H.* 'Placemat' as the pod parent. Its most distinctive features are the exceptionally deep, very dark green leaf margins that contrast with a lighter center, combined with heavily corrugated, puckered foliage and prominent veins.
In the Garden
'Limited Edition' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is noted for sun tolerance, making it suitable for sites that receive more light than typical hostas, though it performs best in partial shade. The substantial, deeply textured leaves pair well with fine-textured perennials such as ferns or astilbes, and the plant's compact size suits the front of borders or small garden spaces.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick, puckered leaves offer good slug and deer resistance, though monitoring is advisable in high-pressure areas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; deeply wavy and corrugated with prominent veins |
| Flower scape height | 22–25 in (55.9–63.5 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | very deep green; exceptional substance; puckered with prominent veins and sun tolerant. |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Placemat'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3415