H. ‘Sarah Katherine’
Hosta ‘Sarah Katherine’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Simmering.
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Originator | R. Simmering |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 by R. Simmering, this small hosta cultivar is a seedling of *Hosta* 'Spritzer' with unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinguished by its lance-shaped, variegated leaves with light green, heavily rippled margins and a pronounced ruffled edge, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Sarah Katherine' reaches 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter at maturity, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, container plantings, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and small woodland perennials that complement its fine-textured foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, applying water at soil level to avoid leaf spotting. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formulation; monitor for slug and deer damage, as both are common pests of hostas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | light green heavily rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; flat |
| Flower scape height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | very ruffled edge |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Spritzer' — H. ‘Spritzer’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Almost’ (2005)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Devil's Poker’ (2009)
- H. ‘Black and Blue’ (2010)
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4944