H. ‘Mademoiselle’
Hosta ‘Mademoiselle’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Patriot' registered in 1999, 'Mademoiselle' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its unusual reverse coloration: pure white leaf centers framed by medium to dark green, slightly rippled margins. The leaves are notably shiny on the upper surface and dull beneath, with six vein pairs and a tapered base.
In the Garden
'Mademoiselle' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for variegated hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded container plantings.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Mademoiselle' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage accordingly.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | pure white with .75in (1.9cm) wide, med & dark green, slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18–30 in (45.7–76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Patriot' — H. ‘Patriot’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Guacamole’ (1994)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3588