H. ‘Morning Star’
Hosta ‘Morning Star’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Anne' registered in 2011, 'Morning Star' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its light yellow leaves with broad, dark green, slightly rippled margins. The broadly ovate leaves are lightly cupped, slightly shiny above and dull beneath, with nine pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Morning Star' forms a compact mound 13.8 inches (35.1 cm) tall and 23.6 inches (59.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is noted for sun resistance, making it suitable for brighter positions than many hostas, though it performs best in typical hosta-growing zones with some afternoon shade. Its small size suits it for the front of borders, rock gardens, or containers; companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or fine-textured groundcovers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13.8 in (35.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 23.6 in (59.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.3 in (16 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.7 in (11.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | light yellow with 1.2in (3.0cm) wide, dark green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly cupped |
| Flower scape height | 17.7 in (45.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | sun resistant |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Anne' — H. ‘Anne’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Dinky Donna’ (2011)
- H. ‘Sting’ (2011)
- H. ‘Island Breeze’ (2014)
- H. ‘Whirlwind Flame’ (2014)
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Americana’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3847