H. ‘Sharp Shooter’
Hosta ‘Sharp Shooter’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1993, 'Sharp Shooter' is a small hosta cultivar derived from a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Spartan Gem'. It is visually distinctive for its medium green leaves with slightly rippled margins, a dull surface on both sides, and rounded leaf bases, combined with dark burgundy scapes that rise well above the foliage.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 25.5 inches (64.8 cm) in diameter, 'Sharp Shooter' is well-suited for the front of a shaded border, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. Its small size and compact habit make it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs effectively with other small woodland perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf astilbes.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 25.5 in (64.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.25 in (8.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Spartan Gem' — H. ‘Spartan Gem’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Bridegroom’ (1990)
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5083