H. ‘Tenryu’
Hosta ‘Tenryu’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 from unknown parentage, *Hosta* 'Tenryu' is a medium-sized cultivar forming a large, compact clump with upright, moderate growth. It is visually distinctive for its ovate, variegated leaves with light green, slightly rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a dull underside; the leaves are lightly folded, lightly wavy, moderately cupped, and moderately twisted.
In the Garden
'Tenryu' reaches a mature spread of approximately 54 inches (137 cm) and a height of 29 inches (74 cm), with scapes extending 49 to 54.5 inches (124 to 138 cm) tall. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its substantial leaf substance and compact habit make it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in mixed shade beds. Its medium size and good substance allow pairing with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials.
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 damage foliage, so monitor and manage as needed in the garden.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 29 in (73.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 54 in (137.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.75 in (22.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.75 in (14.6 cm) |
| Leaf | light green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 49–54.5 in (124.5–138.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | large, compact clump; good substance |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5648