H. ‘Pollyanna’
Hosta ‘Pollyanna’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Banyai.
| Year registered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Banyai |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1983 by Paul Banyai, this small hosta cultivar produces compact clumps of variegated foliage. The leaves are medium green with distinct margins, reaching 4 inches (10.2 cm) in length and 2 inches (5.1 cm) in width, with four pairs of veins. The parentage is unknown.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Pollyanna' reaches a mature diameter of 10 inches (25.4 cm) and height of 6.5 inches (16.5 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for small hostas, and pairs well with other shade-tolerant perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or small woodland plants. Its compact size and variegated leaves provide textural contrast in shaded areas.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 9–11 in (22.9–27.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Betty’ (1983)
- H. ‘Purple Dwarf’ (1983)
- H. ‘Alpine Dream’ (1982)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Pearl Lake’ (1982)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4408