H. ‘Sea Dream’
Hosta ‘Sea Dream’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Seaver.
| Year registered | 1984 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Seaver |
| Section class | III-4a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1984 by M. Seaver, *Hosta* 'Sea Dream' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of *H. 'Neat Splash'.* Its leaves are green with white margins, the margins described as green-yellow-ivory-white, and exhibit slight undulations. The cordate leaf base and 12-inch (30.5 cm) leaf length contribute to a plant that reaches 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'Sea Dream' performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and reaches a mature spread of approximately 18 inches (45.7 cm) with a height of 12 inches (30.5 cm). Its medium size suits placement in the middle of a shaded border or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Companion plants may include ferns, *Heuchera*, or *Astilbe* in similar light conditions.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While typical hosta pests such as slugs and deer may browse the foliage, no specific resistance is noted for this cultivar.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | green yellow ivory white, slight undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Neat Splash' — H. ‘Neat Splash’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Sea Dream’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Day Dream’ (sport)
- H. ‘Winfield Gold’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4a, medium size):
- H. ‘Citation’ (1980)
- H. ‘Lunar Eclipse’ (1985)
- H. ‘Sunshine Glory’ (1982)
- H. ‘Sweetie’ (1988)
- H. ‘Moon Glow’ (1977)
- H. ‘Moonlight’ (1977)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4991