H. ‘Proud Peacock’
Hosta ‘Proud Peacock’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2016, *Hosta* 'Proud Peacock' is a medium-sized tricolor cultivar distinguished by its vase-shaped habit and broad, feathered leaf margins. The leaves are blue-green with gold margins and a medium green intermediate zone, creating a three-color effect; the blade surface is dull above with a glaucous bloom beneath.
In the Garden
'Proud Peacock' reaches 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with an upright, moderate growth rate. It performs well in partially sunny locations, where the gold margins remain brightest, and is suitable for typical hosta-growing zones. Its vase-shaped form and tricolor foliage make it a strong accent in mixed shade borders or as a specimen in woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during active growth; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.3 in (16 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow with 1.5 to 2.5in (3.8 to 6.4cm) wide, slightly blue-green w/ medium green intermediate color, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly twisted and moderately wavy overall. |
| Flower scape height | 28–32 in (71.1–81.3 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | Center becomes creamy white |
| Notable characteristics | Vase-shaped, tricolor with broad, feathered border. Good growth in partially sunny location. |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘Broad Street’ (2012)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4482