H. ‘Purple Robe’
Hosta ‘Purple Robe’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by U. Syre-Herz.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | U. Syre-Herz |
| Section class | V-3 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by U. Syre-Herz, 'Purple Robe' is a miniature hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its narrow, lance-shaped green leaves with yellow-green margins and three to four vein pairs, combined with a compact, low-growing habit.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta reaches approximately 4 inches (10.2 cm) in height and spreads to 13 inches (33.0 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or troughs. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as heucheras or ferns. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
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 the foliage, so preventive measures are advisable in gardens where these pests are common.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 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 (V-3, miniature size):
- H. ‘Dawn’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lemon Lime’ (1977)
- H. ‘Curly Fries’ (2008)
- H. ‘Golden Tiers’ (1990)
- H. ‘Emerald Gem’ (1991)
- H. ‘Gosan Gold Midget’ (1989)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4518