H. ‘Okefenokee’
Hosta ‘Okefenokee’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Walters Gardens, Inc..
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Originator | Walters Gardens, Inc. |
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, *Hosta* 'Okefenokee' originated as a sport of *H. 'Aoki'* developed by Walters Gardens, Inc. and named by J. Wilkins. This medium-sized cultivar is visually distinctive for its dark green leaf centers framed by narrow, golden yellow margins, a coloration that inspired its reference to the dark-water swamps of the Okefenokee.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Okefenokee' forms a mound-like clump reaching approximately 27 inches (68.6 cm) in height and 53 inches (134.6 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain brightest without scorching. The substantial, lightly corrugated leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials; its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard hosta pest precautions apply: slug and deer damage may occur in garden settings.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 53 in (134.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9.75 in (24.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, golden yellow, slightly rippled margins; lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | original sport given to J Wilkins by Walters Gardens, Inc., named by Wilkins (dark center - like a Swamp) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Aoki'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Mayan Moon’ (2009)
- H. ‘Alex’ (2008)
- H. ‘Bridgeville’ (1999)
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Abiqua Moonbeam’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4118