H. ‘Ogon Tsushima’
Hosta ‘Ogon Tsushima’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered by Peter Ruh in 2002, Hosta 'Ogon Tsushima' is a small, fast-growing cultivar distinguished by its lance-shaped, dull green leaves with clear yellow-gold margins that exhibit a slight greenish cast and a very shiny underside. The leaf margins are slightly rippled, and the blade is lightly folded, moderately wavy, and moderately flat, with six prominent vein pairs.
In the Garden
Reaching a mature diameter of 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) and a height of 12 inches (30.5 cm), 'Ogon Tsushima' is suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to dappled shade and, as a fast multiplier, quickly forms a compact clump. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or spring bulbs. The scape rises 28 to 30 inches (71.1 to 76.2 cm) above the foliage, bearing pale yellow-green flowers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21.5 in (54.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.13 in (8 cm) |
| Leaf | dull on top; very shiny underneath; lightly folded, moderately wavy and moderately flat |
| Flower scape height | 28–30 in (71.1–76.2 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | fast multiplier; clear yellow-gold greenish cast |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ogon Tsushima’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Beet Salad’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Sun Catcher’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Lipstick Blonde’ (2012)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Gold Ribbon’ (2002)
- H. ‘Hime Ogon Iwa’ (2002)
- H. ‘Holly's Hybrid’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4090. How we check this data.