H. ‘Richland Green Splish’
Hosta ‘Richland Green Splish’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Splish Splash' registered in 1999, 'Richland Green Splish' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green foliage with medium green, slightly rippled margins. The leaves exhibit a glaucous bloom on both surfaces and a rounded base, setting it apart from its variegated parent.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound-like clump reaching approximately 24 inches (61 cm) in height and 36 inches (91 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds. Its medium size allows pairing with ferns, heucheras, or smaller shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs may damage young foliage, the glaucous bloom offers some resistance; monitor for deer browsing in areas where they are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 34–36 in (86.4–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Splish Splash'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4668