H. ‘Ripple Effect’
Hosta ‘Ripple Effect’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Bergeron.
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | A. Bergeron |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2008 by A. Bergeron, *Hosta* 'Ripple Effect' is a sport of the popular cultivar *Hosta* 'June'. It is distinguished by its small, mound-like habit and leaves that are blue-green with gold margins, notable for their heavily rippled, wavy edges and slightly elongated form compared to its parent.
In the Garden
This small hosta reaches approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, forming a compact mound with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is well-suited to rock gardens, front-of-border placements, or container culture due to its small size. Its blue-green and gold foliage pairs effectively with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor foliage and employ control measures if necessary.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow with .25in (0.6cm) wide, medium blue-green, heavily rippled margins; wavy |
| Seasonal colour change | center brightens to gold |
| Notable characteristics | mutation of H. 'June' with slightly elongated, intensely wavy leaves. |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'June' — H. ‘June’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ripple Effect’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Bohemia Ripple Blue Effect’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Americana’ (2006)
- H. ‘Dinky Donna’ (2011)
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
- H. ‘Sting’ (2011)
- H. ‘June Fever’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4687