H. ‘Oh Audrey’
Hosta ‘Oh Audrey’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2013 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Praise Him', 'Oh Audrey' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its light green leaves with broad, pure white margins measuring 0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) wide. The ovate leaves, which are slightly shiny above and dull beneath, exhibit a streaked white border, and the plant produces fragrant white flowers.
In the Garden
Reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, 'Oh Audrey' has an upright, moderate growth habit suited to partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones. Its medium size and variegated foliage make it effective as a ground cover or accent in shaded borders, where it pairs well with ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials. The plant is not typically recommended for container cultivation due to its mature spread.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Oh Audrey' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly flat |
| Notable characteristics | streaked with white border and fragrant white flower |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: sport of H. 'Praise Him' — H. ‘Praise Him’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Bridal Falls’ (2012)
- H. ‘Cathy's Clown’ (2011)
- H. ‘Oshima Silk’ (2009)
- H. ‘Quiet Waters’ (2008)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4091