H. ‘Spumoni’
Hosta ‘Spumoni’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Spumoni' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H. 'Sea Prize'* as its pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its light green leaves that exhibit unstable streaking in shades of yellow and creamy white, combined with slightly rippled, white margins.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound-like clump reaching 24 inches (61.0 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shade gardens. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formulation. Like most hostas, 'Spumoni' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Leaf | light green with unstable streaks of varying shades of yellow and creamy white slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly twisted, lightly wavy and lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 28–33 in (71.1–83.8 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | medium size with streaked, tapered, light green leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Sea Prize' — H. ‘Sea Prize’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Dimpled Chad’ (2001)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Don Quixote’ (2004)
- H. ‘Great White Way’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5340