H. ‘Peter Pan’
Hosta ‘Peter Pan’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by N. Minks.
| Year registered | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | N. Minks |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1980 by N. Minks, this small hosta cultivar resulted from a cross between *H. nakaiana* and *H.* 'Helen Field Fisher'. It is visually distinguished by its narrow, lanceolate leaves with gray-green margins and a lighter center, forming a compact, dense mound.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Peter Pan' reaches a mature size of 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container cultivation. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or ferns. Its compact habit also makes it an excellent choice for trough gardens or small woodland settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitoring and appropriate control measures are recommended in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. nakaiana
- Pollen parent: H. 'Helen Field Fisher'
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Peter Pan’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Banana Puddin’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Elvis Lives’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lovin' Spoonful’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Alpine Dream’ (1982)
- H. ‘Pearl Lake’ (1982)
- H. ‘Betty’ (1983)
- H. ‘Purple Dwarf’ (1983)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4307