H. ‘Mayville’
Hosta ‘Mayville’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Trails End' registered in 2003 by P. & J. Ruh, 'Mayville' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaf margins that notch inward into the gold leaf center. The leaves are ovate with flat bases, lightly folded and corrugated, and bear 10 prominent vein pairs; the yellow-green scape reaches 27 inches (68.6 cm) in height.
In the Garden
'Mayville' forms an upright clump 18 inches (45.7 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) wide, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-green hostas, and is suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens. Its medium size and bold leaf coloration make it an effective contrast alongside finer-textured shade perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*.
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 for this cultivar in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.63 in (14.3 cm) |
| Leaf | yellow with green markings with .25 to .5in (0.6 to 1.3cm) wide, blue-green, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly folded, lightly folded and lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | large leaf; unusual color; pointed tip; green edged notched into leaf |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Trails End' — H. ‘Trail's End’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
- H. ‘Broad Street’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3695