H. ‘Sentinels’
Hosta ‘Sentinels’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by F. Williams & C. Williams.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | F. Williams & C. Williams |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by F. Williams and C. Williams, *Hosta* 'Sentinels' is a small variegated cultivar derived from a cross between *H. sieboldii* (pod parent) and *H. 'Lancifolia'* (pollen parent). Its leaves are distinguished by dark green margins surrounding a lighter center, with a glossy upper surface and four pairs of veins per leaf.
In the Garden
'Sentinels' reaches a mature diameter of 12 inches (30.5 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), making it suitable for the front of a border or as an edging plant in partial to full shade. Its compact size also suits container cultivation. Companion plants might include small ferns or *Heuchera* cultivars with contrasting foliage colors.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | glossy on top |
| Flower scape height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. sieboldii
- Pollen parent: H. 'Lancifolia'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
- H. ‘Betty’ (1983)
- H. ‘Purple Dwarf’ (1983)
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Alpine Dream’ (1982)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5040