H. ‘Marbled Cream’
Hosta ‘Marbled Cream’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by C. Owens.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | C. Owens |
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by C. Owens, this medium-sized hosta cultivar resulted from a cross using *Hosta* 'Yellow Splash' as the pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its dark green leaf margins that are marbled with lighter green and cream variegation, creating a mottled appearance across the foliage.
In the Garden
'Marbled Cream' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 22 inches (55.9 cm) and a height of 7 inches (17.8 cm), placing it in the medium size class. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegated leaves maintain their color contrast. This cultivar works well in woodland borders, shade gardens, or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees, and pairs effectively with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
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 | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.75 in (19.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Flower scape height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Yellow Splash' — H. ‘Yellow Splash’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Marbled Cream’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Alakazaam’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Coach Paul Castro’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Don’t Taz Me Bro’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Marbled Cream Elite’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Dimpled Chad’ (2001)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Thea’ (1985)
- H. ‘Royal Accolade’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3626