H. ‘Purbeck Mist’
Hosta ‘Purbeck Mist’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith.
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Originator | E. Smith |
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 by originator E. Smith and registrants P. & J. Ruh, Hosta 'Purbeck Mist' is a small, mound-forming cultivar derived from self-pollinated 'Tardiana' parentage. It is visually distinguished by its compact blue-green foliage, cupped and wavy ovate leaves with flat bases, and a fine white hairline along the leaf margins.
In the Garden
'Purbeck Mist' reaches a mature spread of approximately 14 inches (35.6 cm) and a height of 10.5 inches (26.7 cm), forming a dense, moderate-growing mound. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders due to its miniature stature. Companion plants include small ferns, Heuchera, or dwarf Astilbe; its compact size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage, so monitor regularly and apply barriers or repellents as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; cupped, wavy, flat |
| Flower scape height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | miniature size, compact, white hairline on edge |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: 'Tardiana'
- Pollen parent: 'Tardiana'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Baron’ (2005)
- H. ‘Blueberry Tart’ (2005)
- H. ‘Connecticut River’ (2005)
- H. ‘Gemstone’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4494. How we check this data.