H. ‘Mount Daisen’
Hosta ‘Mount Daisen’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 by P. & J. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Mount Daisen' is a large, upright cultivar derived from self-pollinated *Hosta montana*. Its most distinctive features are the very shiny, dark green leaves with slightly rippled margins, combined with a tall scape that reaches up to 60 inches (152.4 cm), giving the plant a stately, vertical presence.
In the Garden
'Mount Daisen' forms a substantial clump 54 inches (137.2 cm) in diameter and 29 inches (73.7 cm) tall, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its upright habit makes it suitable for mid-border or as a specimen plant in woodland gardens. The large, deeply folded leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast in texture.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, 'Mount Daisen' may require protection from slugs and snails, and deer browsing can be a concern in some areas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 29 in (73.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 54 in (137.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; moderately cupped, lightly twisted, deeply folded, lightly wavy, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 54–60 in (137.2–152.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | large size, stately appearance |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. montana
- Pollen parent: H. montana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Aphrodite’ (2009)
- H. ‘Tracy's Emerald Cup’ (1997)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Ben’ (2015)
- H. ‘Duke’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3905