H. ‘Ming Dynasty’
Hosta ‘Ming Dynasty’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Russ O'Harra Hosta Society.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Russ O'Harra Hosta Society |
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by the Russ O'Harra Hosta Society, 'Ming Dynasty' is a giant blue-green hosta of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive features are its exceptionally large, cordate leaves with slightly blue-green margins, dull surfaces on both sides, and 15 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Ming Dynasty' reaches a mature spread of 43 inches (109.2 cm) and a height of 28 inches (71.1 cm), with upright foliage and a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-green hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its giant size makes it unsuitable for containers but ideal as a specimen or background plant in woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Ming Dynasty' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and take protective measures if needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 43 in (109.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 15 |
| Leaf | dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ming Dynasty’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Morning Glow’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Pacifica’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Elephant Ears’ (1999)
- H. ‘Big and Blue’ (2000)
- H. ‘Hirao Zeus’ (1997)
- H. ‘Cool Change’ (1995)
- H. ‘Eola Sapphire’ (2004)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3770