H. ‘Mary Marie Ann’
Hosta ‘Mary Marie Ann’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by L. Englerth.
| Year registered | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | L. Englerth |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1982 by L. Englerth, this small hosta cultivar arose as a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Aoki'. It is visually distinctive for its yellow leaves with wide, undulating green margins, a color pattern that reverses the typical gold-margined green leaf form.
In the Garden
Reaching 7.5 inches (19.1 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, 'Mary Marie Ann' is suited to the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the yellow leaf centers remain bright without scorching. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or miniature sedges that complement its compact scale.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and take protective measures as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.25 in (5.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | yellow with .5in (1.3cm) wide, green, large undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Aoki'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Celebration’ (1978)
- H. ‘Kabitan’ (1987)
- H. ‘Paul's Glory’ (1987)
- H. ‘Silver Tiara’ (1988)
- H. ‘Candle Glow’ (1990)
- H. ‘Cherry Berry’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3671