H. ‘Maya’
Hosta ‘Maya’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-8(6a-6b) (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1996 by P. Ruh, Hosta 'Maya' is a sport of H. 'Fortunei Albopicta' distinguished by its small, mound-like habit and yellow leaves edged with a green, slightly rippled margin. The leaf blade is dull on both surfaces, with a rounded base, seven vein pairs, and a green border approximately 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) wide.
In the Garden
This compact cultivar reaches a mature size of 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 11.5 inches (29.2 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its small stature makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants include ferns, Heuchera, and small Carex species.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage; monitor and manage as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.75 in (14.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | yellow with .5in (1.3cm) wide, green, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Fortunei Albopicta' — H. ‘Fortunei Albopicta’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Maya’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Emerald Ripples’ (sport)
- H. ‘Green Wiggles’ (seedling (pod parent))
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3692. How we check this data.