H. ‘Ops’
Hosta ‘Ops’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2001, *Hosta* 'Ops' is a miniature cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H.* 'Flamboyant' as the pod parent. It forms a compact, mound-like plant distinguished by broadly ovate, slightly shiny leaves that are light green with creamy white margins measuring 0.25 to 0.5 inches (0.6–1.3 cm) wide.
In the Garden
'Ops' reaches a mature diameter of 12 inches (30.5 cm) and a height of 5 inches (12.7 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It is suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, and pairs well with other miniature perennials such as *Sedum* or *Thymus* in well-drained, part-shade conditions. Its small size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Ops' is susceptible to slug damage and may require protection in typical hosta-growing zones; deer browsing is also possible.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; flat |
| Flower scape height | 13–15 in (33.0–38.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small plant; roundish variegated leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Flamboyant' — H. ‘Flamboyant’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
- H. ‘Imp’ (2006)
- H. ‘White Dove’ (1995)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4155