H. ‘Popo’
Hosta ‘Popo’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. O'Harra.
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Originator | R. O'Harra |
| Registrant | R. Riehl |
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Hosta 'Popo' is a miniature cultivar registered in 1993 by R. O'Harra and registered by R. Riehl. It is distinctive for its compact size, blue-green foliage, and unknown parentage. The plant reaches approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and 9 inches (22.9 cm) in diameter, with scapes rising to 10 inches (25.4 cm).
In the Garden
Hosta 'Popo' is suited to shaded or partially shaded locations, where its blue-green leaves provide a cool, muted accent. The leaves are 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) long and 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide, with smooth margins, a rounded base, and a dull surface on both sides. The foliage carries 5 to 6 pairs of veins. This cultivar’s small stature makes it appropriate for the front of borders, rock gardens, or troughs. It pairs well with other miniature perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella, and its compact spread allows it to fit into small garden pockets or container plantings without overwhelming adjacent species.
Care Notes
Hosta 'Popo' requires consistent moisture during the growing season and benefits from regular fertilization to maintain leaf color and vigor. It is susceptible to slug and deer damage, as are most hostas, and should be monitored accordingly. Hardiness zones are not recorded for this cultivar, but it is presumed to be winter-hardy in temperate regions typical for the genus.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | slightly blue green smooth margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Popo’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blue Monday’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Woodland Elf’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Blue Cadet’ (1974)
- H. ‘Minimoon’ (1992)
- H. ‘Lakeside Neat Petite’ (1991)
- H. ‘Rocknoll Blue Dwarf’ (1996)
- H. ‘Blue Blush’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4413. How we check this data.