H. ‘Temple of Heaven’
Hosta ‘Temple of Heaven’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2012, 'Temple of Heaven' is a medium-sized hosta of unknown parentage (pollen parent unknown), with *Hosta* 'Zany Janie' as the pod parent. Its most distinctive feature is striking medio-variegation: a creamy white leaf center with medium green, flat margins approximately 0.75 inches (1.9 cm) wide.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its broad, ovate leaves with cordate bases create a solid groundcover effect. Suitable companions include ferns, *Heuchera*, and other shade perennials; its medium size makes it appropriate for border fronts or woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage accordingly in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | creamy white with .75in (1.9cm) wide, medium green, flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; flat |
| Notable characteristics | striking medio variegation |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Zany Janie' — H. ‘Zany Janie’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘Broad Street’ (2012)
- H. ‘Proud Peacock’ (2016)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5643