H. ‘Sara’
Hosta ‘Sara’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1994, 'Sara' is a medium-sized hosta derived from a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Rippling Waves'. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves edged with deep gold, slightly rippled margins, and a glaucous bloom on the undersides.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature size of 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter and 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height, with a semi-upright habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formula. While generally low-maintenance, monitor for slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | deep gold slightly rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 23–26 in (58.4–66.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Rippling Waves' — H. ‘Rippling Waves’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Sara’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blue Sensation’ (sport)
- H. ‘Prairie Zephyr’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Fried Bananas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4940