H. ‘Scooter’
Hosta ‘Scooter’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. & D. Benedict.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | H. & D. Benedict |
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by H. & D. Benedict, this small hosta cultivar originated as a hybrid of Hosta 'Yellow Splash'. It is visually distinctive for its compact mound of dark green leaves with white to creamy white margins, typically displaying six pairs of veins per leaf.
In the Garden
Hosta 'Scooter' reaches a mature spread of approximately 14 inches (35.6 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade and is well-suited for rock gardens, edging, or container culture due to its small stature. Companion plants include other small shade perennials such as Heuchera or ferns.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Like many hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitoring and protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Flower scape height | 24 in (61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Yellow Splash' — H. ‘Yellow Splash’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Minuteman’ (1994)
- H. ‘Blue Flame’ (2004)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Crested Surf’ (1990)
- H. ‘Ototo San’ (1990)
- H. ‘Torchlight’ (1990)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4979. How we check this data.