H. ‘Pauline’
Hosta ‘Pauline’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Stone & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Stone & P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by D. Stone and P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Pauline' is a small variegated cultivar of unknown parentage. Its leaves are dark green with slight undulating margins, and the plant forms a compact, rounded mound.
In the Garden
'Pauline' reaches a mature diameter of 22 inches (55.9 cm) and a height of 13 inches (33.0 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf astilbes.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Pauline' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be warranted in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.25 in (5.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | dark green slight undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Bridegroom’ (1990)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
- H. ‘Betty’ (1983)
- H. ‘Purple Dwarf’ (1983)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4252