H. ‘Memories’
Hosta ‘Memories’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2002, *Hosta* 'Memories' is a small, upright cultivar of uncertain parentage, with *Hosta rectifolia* as the pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its lance-shaped, medium green leaves with narrow, creamy white, slightly rippled margins and subtle lighter green streaking, borne on a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Hosta' forms a dense, upright mound reaching approximately 7.5 inches (19.1 cm) in height and 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) in diameter. Its small size and bright flowers make it well suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or ferns.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 19.5 in (49.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green with lighter green streaking with .1 to .2in (0.3 to 0.5cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; flat; lightly folded and lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 15–23 in (38.1–58.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small, compact, mound; attractive foliage; bright flowers; stable |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: rectifolia
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3708