H. ‘Naomi’
Hosta ‘Naomi’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2006 by P. Ruh, Hosta 'Naomi' is a small variegated cultivar derived from the Tardiana Group. Its leaves are ovate with cordate bases, featuring dark green margins and flat surfaces, with a waxy upper texture and dull underside.
In the Garden
'Hosta' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its small stature makes it well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants include small ferns, Heuchera, or Tiarella in similar light conditions.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even 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, so monitor and protect as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.4 in (13.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.88 in (9.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | dark green flat margins; waxy on top; dull underneath; flat |
| Flower scape height | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
- H. ‘Devil's Poker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Black and Blue’ (2010)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Urchin’ (2013)
- H. ‘Chocolate Mint’ (2014)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3980. How we check this data.