H. ‘Medusa’
Hosta ‘Medusa’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-6a (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1993, Hosta 'Medusa' is a miniature cultivar derived from a cross between H. 'Neat Splash' and the species Hosta gracillima. Its most distinctive feature is the narrow, medium green, slightly rippled leaf margins that border a creamy white central blade, creating a reverse-variegated appearance atypical of many small hostas.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 12 inches (30.5 cm) and height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), 'Medusa' forms a compact, low mound suitable for the front of a shade border, rock garden, or trough container. The narrow, 4-inch (10.2 cm) leaves with four vein pairs and a tapered base present a fine texture that contrasts well with broad-leaved companions such as Heuchera or Tiarella. Its miniature stature makes it an excellent candidate for container culture in typical hosta-growing zones.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture and rich, well-drained soil; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most miniature hostas, 'Medusa' benefits from protection against slugs and snails, which can disfigure the narrow leaves.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | creamy white with .25in (0.6cm) wide, medium green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Neat Splash' — H. ‘Neat Splash’
- Pollen parent: H. gracillima
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Medusa’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Gorgon’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-6a, miniature size):
- H. ‘X-rated’ (2001)
- H. ‘Honey Do’ (1994)
- H. ‘Twist of Lime’ (1991)
- H. ‘White Swan’ (1995)
- H. ‘Green Eyes’ (1990)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paddywack’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3701. How we check this data.