H. ‘Neutron Star’
Hosta ‘Neutron Star’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2011, 'Neutron Star' is a miniature sport of a tetraploid Hosta 'Masquerade', distinguished by its small, ovate leaves with dark green flat margins and a very shiny underside. The plant forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 5.9 inches (15.0 cm) in diameter and 3.9 inches (9.9 cm) in height, with a slow growth rate.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta is well-suited for shaded borders, rock gardens, or container plantings where its small stature and subtle variegation can be appreciated up close. It thrives in typical hosta-growing zones with partial to full shade and prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil. Companion plants include small ferns, dwarf Heuchera, or fine-textured groundcovers like Pachysandra.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitor and use barriers or repellents as needed in susceptible areas.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3.9 in (9.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 5.9 in (15 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.8 in (7.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.4 in (3.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | dark green flat margins; dull on top; very shiny underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 9.8–13.8 in (24.9–35.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small dark green tetraploid (as measured by B.J.M. Zonneveld) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of a tetraploid H. 'Masquerade' — H. ‘Masquerade’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Awesome’ (2010)
- H. ‘Cricket’ (2010)
- H. ‘Lime Knack’ (2012)
- H. ‘Velvet Bows’ (2010)
- H. ‘West Point Hanky’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4006. How we check this data.