H. ‘Ruffled Pale Face’
Hosta ‘Ruffled Pale Face’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 from unknown parentage, *Hosta* 'Ruffled Pale Face' is a small variegated cultivar distinguished by its ovate leaves with light green, slightly rippled margins and twisted tips. The leaf color undergoes a notable change during the growing season, and the plant exhibits a characteristic blooming habit.
In the Garden
This small hosta forms a mound 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) tall and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container cultivation due to its compact size. Companion plants include small ferns, heucheras, or shade-tolerant groundcovers that complement its muted variegation.
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 cause damage; monitor regularly and employ control measures if necessary.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.25 in (10.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | light green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 14–21 in (35.6–53.3 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | emerges medium green |
| Notable characteristics | leaf color change and blooming habit |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
- H. ‘Almost’ (2005)
- H. ‘Devil's Poker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Black and Blue’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4883