H. ‘Rumpelstiltskin’
Hosta ‘Rumpelstiltskin’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Savory.
| Year registered | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Originator | R. Savory |
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1997 by R. Savory, this medium-sized cultivar derives from a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Vilmoriniana'. It is visually distinguished by its blue-green leaves with heavy, rippled margins that transition from light green to gold, and by its prominent glaucous bloom on both leaf surfaces.
In the Garden
'Rumpelstiltskin' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While the thick, glaucous leaves offer some resistance, monitor for slugs and deer in susceptible gardens.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | dark green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, light green to yellow, heavy ripples margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 31–35 in (78.7–88.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Vilmoriniana' — H. ‘Vilmoriniana’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Bridgeville’ (1999)
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Abiqua Moonbeam’ (1987)
- H. ‘Tokudama Flavocircinalis’ (1987)
- H. ‘Alex’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4890