H. ‘Oxheart’
Hosta ‘Oxheart’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Minks.
| Year registered | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Minks |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1976 by E. Minks, this medium-sized cultivar resulted from a cross between Hosta 'Green Platter' and Hosta nakaiana. 'Oxheart' is distinguished by its dense, mounding habit and variegated foliage, featuring light green margins that contrast with the leaf centers.
In the Garden
'Oxheart' forms a compact mound reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its moderate size also accommodates container cultivation in shaded patio settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. Like most hostas, 'Oxheart' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor foliage regularly and apply barriers or repellents as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Green Platter' — H. ‘Green Platter’
- Pollen parent: H. nakaiana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
- H. ‘Dragon's Blood’ (1998)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4187. How we check this data.