H. ‘Martini’
Hosta ‘Martini’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, 'Martini' is a small, fast-growing hosta resulting from a cross between a golden yellow sport of H. 'Blue Dimples' and H. 'Shining Tot'. Its visual distinction lies in the combination of medium green, slightly shiny ovate leaves with a lightly wavy margin, forming a compact, mound-like plant.
In the Garden
'Martini' reaches a mature diameter of 15 inches (38.1 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or small container plantings. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, where its green foliage provides a neutral backdrop for companion plants such as small ferns, Heuchera, or miniature Astilbe. Its fast growth rate and tidy mound habit also suit it for edging along pathways.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. 'Martini' shows typical hosta susceptibility to slugs and deer, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 13 in (33.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | miniature mound of green foliage |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: golden yellow sport of H. 'Blue Dimples' — H. ‘Blue Dimples’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Shining Tot' — H. ‘Shining Tot’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Devil's Poker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Black and Blue’ (2010)
- H. ‘Urchin’ (2013)
- H. ‘Chocolate Mint’ (2014)
- H. ‘Green Bag’ (2014)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3666. How we check this data.