H. ‘Sleepy Hollow’
Hosta ‘Sleepy Hollow’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2003 as a sport of an unnamed parent, *Hosta* 'Sleepy Hollow' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its dark green leaves with medium green, slightly rippled margins and glossy surfaces on both sides. The purple petioles provide a subtle contrast to the green foliage.
In the Garden
'Sleepy Hollow' reaches 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and spreads to 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its moderate growth rate and compact habit allow it to fit into smaller garden spaces without overwhelming neighboring plants.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Sleepy Hollow' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | dark green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, medium green, slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; very shiny underneath; lightly flat |
| Flower scape height | 13–14 in (33.0–35.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | dark green with lighter green edge and purple petioles |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6b, small size):
- H. ‘Pamela Lee’ (2007)
- H. ‘Amy Elizabeth’ (2003)
- H. ‘Winfield Mist’ (2003)
- H. ‘Red Hot Flash’ (2004)
- H. ‘Yellow Polka Dot Bikini’ (2005)
- H. ‘Dax’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5207