H. ‘Tardiflora Hybrida’
Hosta ‘Tardiflora Hybrida’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1992 by P. Ruh, this small-sized cultivar resulted from crossing *Hosta* 'Tardiflora' (pod parent) with *Hosta ventricosa* (pollen parent). It is visually distinctive for its variegated foliage: dark green leaf margins frame a lighter center, with a satiny sheen on the upper surface and a glossy underside.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 11.5 inches (29.2 cm) in diameter and 7 inches (17.8 cm) in height, this compact hosta is well suited for shaded borders, rock gardens, or woodland settings. Its small stature makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its variegated leaves.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may feed on the foliage; monitor regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.25 in (13.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | satiny sheen on top; glossy underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Tardiflora'
- Pollen parent: H. ventricosa
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Tardiflora Hybrida’ as a parent:
- H. ‘National Velvet’ (sport)
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. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5617