H. ‘River Nile’
Hosta ‘River Nile’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by S. Moldovan.
| Year registered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | S. Moldovan |
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1983 by S. Moldovan, this giant blue-green hosta originated as a sport of Hosta 'Golden Circles'. It is visually distinctive for its large, heavily ruffled leaves that measure 12 inches (30.5 cm) both in length and width, with blue-green coloration and prominent blue ruffled margins.
In the Garden
With a mature diameter of 42 inches (106.7 cm) and height of 30 inches (76.2 cm), 'River Nile' requires ample space in the shade garden. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains its color most effectively. Suitable companions include ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its bold leaf form.
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; monitor regularly and employ control measures as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf | blue ruffled margins |
| Flower scape height | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Golden Circles' — H. ‘Golden Circles’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Helen Doriot’ (1982)
- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ (1980)
- H. ‘Kong’ (1990)
- H. ‘Abiqua Elephant Ears’ (1999)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
- H. ‘Buckanon’ (1983)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4702. How we check this data.