H. ‘Nello and Patrasche’
Hosta ‘Nello and Patrasche’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2010, *Hosta* 'Nello and Patrasche' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from *H. 'Katsuragawa Beni'*. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green, lance-shaped leaves with a glaucous bloom on the undersides and medium green, slightly rippled margins, combined with purple-red scapes.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound-like clump reaching approximately 35 inches (89.9 cm) in diameter and 12 inches (30.0 cm) in height, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size and upright leaf habit make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slug and deer resistance is not documented for this cultivar, so standard protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 11.8 in (30 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 35.4 in (89.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.3 in (10.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 21.7–25.6 in (55.1–65.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Katsuragawa Beni'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Bellevue’ (2013)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3998