H. ‘Norwalk Chartreuse’
Hosta ‘Norwalk Chartreuse’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1995, 'Norwalk Chartreuse' is a small hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its very shiny green leaves with greenish-yellow margins, forming a compact, mound-like habit.
In the Garden
This small hosta reaches 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well-suited for rock gardens, container culture, or the front of shaded borders. Its compact size makes it an effective edging plant or groundcover when massed.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it may be susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | very shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 14–16 in (35.6–40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Norwalk Chartreuse’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Amy's Hope’ (sport)
- H. ‘Zowie’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4059