H. ‘Tears of Joy’
Hosta ‘Tears of Joy’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2005 as a sport of an unnamed parent, 'Tears of Joy' is a miniature hosta distinguished by its narrow, lance-shaped leaves with medium green, slightly rippled margins and a fast growth rate. The leaves measure 2 inches (5.1 cm) in length and 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) in width, with four vein pairs, a tapered base, and moderate twisting, light folding, and moderate waviness.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a compact mound 4 inches (10.2 cm) tall and 13 inches (33.0 cm) in diameter, suitable for shaded rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a border. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with other miniature perennials such as small ferns or creeping sedums. Its diminutive size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Tears of Joy' is susceptible to slug damage; monitor regularly and apply control measures as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 0.5 in (1.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | mediium green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; moderately twisted, lightly folded, moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 5–10 in (12.7–25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘First Class’ (2001)
- H. ‘Devon Mist’ (2005)
- H. ‘Jiminy Cricket’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lahn’ (2005)
- H. ‘Little Wiggler’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5633