H. ‘Tangerine’
Hosta ‘Tangerine’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1998, 'Tangerine' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar derived from a hybrid of Hosta 'Sea Sunrise'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with deep golden yellow, slightly rippled margins, and a slight shine on both leaf surfaces.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 21 inches (53.3 cm) and a height of 12 inches (30.5 cm), with an upright, slow-growing habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. 'Tangerine' shows typical hosta susceptibility to slugs and deer, requiring protection in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.75 in (17.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | deep golden yellow slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 15–17 in (38.1–43.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Sea Sunrise' — H. ‘Sea Sunrise’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘Day Dream’ (1998)
- H. ‘My Fair Katie’ (1998)
- H. ‘Pacific Sunlight’ (1998)
- H. ‘Abiqua Aries’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5612. How we check this data.