H. ‘Nokogiriyama’
Hosta ‘Nokogiriyama’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2006 by P. Ruh, this medium-sized variegated hosta of unknown parentage is distinguished by its very shiny, dark green leaves with narrow, slightly rippled margins and sharply pointed leaf tips. The ovate leaves, which measure 8.75 inches (22.2 cm) long and 5.25 inches (13.3 cm) wide, exhibit a flat base and a lightly twisted, lightly wavy, flat profile.
In the Garden
‘Nokogiriyama’ forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 22 inches (55.9 cm) in height and 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its glossy foliage provides textural contrast when paired with ferns, heucheras, or fine-textured grasses. Its compact habit and striking leaf sheen make it suitable for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in a mixed container.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage, so monitor regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.75 in (22.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.25 in (13.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; very shiny underneath; lightly twisted, lightly wavy, flat, pointed |
| Flower scape height | 50 in (127.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | pointed leaf tip |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4041. How we check this data.