H. ‘Ohh! Viola’
Hosta ‘Ohh! Viola’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2015, *Hosta* 'Ohh! Viola' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its green leaves with bright golden yellow, moderately rippled margins. The foliage is ovate with slightly twisted tips and rounded bases, displaying a dull surface on both sides and a semi-upright growth habit.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches 13 inches (33.0 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate. It is suitable for typical hosta-growing zones, performing best in partial to full shade. The bright golden yellow margins provide contrast in shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover; it pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Ohh! Viola' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | golden yellow moderately rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 24–34 in (61.0–86.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | bright semi-upright golden yellow |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Cup of Joy’ (2011)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4111