H. ‘Summer Warrior’
Hosta ‘Summer Warrior’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-3 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2000 from unknown parentage, 'Summer Warrior' is a large hosta distinguished by its upright habit and green leaves with gold margins. The foliage features heavy, greenish-yellow rippled margins and a very shiny upper surface, with leaves reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide.
In the Garden
'Summer Warrior' forms a substantial, upright clump with a moderate growth rate, maturing to a large size suitable for mid-border or specimen placement. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for gold-margined hostas, and its 30 to 36 inch (76.2 to 91.4 cm) scapes bear lavender flowers in midsummer. This cultivar pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its bold foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage, which can disfigure the glossy leaves.
Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf | greenish yellow heavy ripples margins; very shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 30–36 in (76.2–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-3, large size):
- H. ‘Sunny Delight’ (2000)
- H. ‘Rosedale Bright and Sassy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Dancing Queen’ (2005)
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Sun Power’ (1986)
- H. ‘Academy Galadriel’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5495