H. ‘Mary Jo’
Hosta ‘Mary Jo’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Stone & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Stone & P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by D. Stone and P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Mary Jo' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its deep blue-green leaf margins and blue-green foliage. The leaves measure 5 inches (12.7 cm) in length and 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) in width, with nine pairs of veins, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Hosta' Mary Jo reaches a mature diameter of 17 inches (43.2 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), making it suitable for the front of shaded borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. It thrives in partial to full shade and pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant perennials like heucheras. Its small stature also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas, though the blue-green foliage may be less palatable to some pests.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Flower scape height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Edger’ (1987)
- H. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Brother Ronald’ (1988)
- H. ‘Fragrant Blue’ (1988)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Indigo’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3669