H. ‘Night Shift’
Hosta ‘Night Shift’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Savory.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Savory |
| Section class | II-6a (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by D. Savory, this large sport of *Hosta* 'Daybreak' is distinguished by its green leaves with gold margins. The leaf blade is deep yellow-green at the center, bordered by a gold edge, with 13 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Hosta Night Shift' reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 22 inches (55.9 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its substantial leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The plant is not suited for container culture due to its large size.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs and deer may browse young foliage, the thick leaves are moderately resistant to damage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Flower scape height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Daybreak' — H. ‘Daybreak’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-6a, large size):
- H. ‘Dream Weaver’ (1996)
- H. ‘Brother Stefan’ (1998)
- H. ‘Lakeside Shore Master’ (1998)
- H. ‘Stained Glass’ (1999)
- H. ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ (2012)
- H. ‘Dick Ward’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4025