H. ‘Tiffney's Darth Vader’
Hosta ‘Tiffney's Darth Vader’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 as a sport of an unnamed parent, *Hosta* 'Tiffney's Darth Vader' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its dark green leaves with heavy, rippled margins and contrasting shiny undersides. The leaves measure 10.5 inches (26.7 cm) long and 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide, with seven vein pairs and rounded bases, forming a dense, mound-like habit.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature spread of 45 inches (114.3 cm) and a height of 21 inches (53.3 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well-suited for border plantings, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Its compact, mounded form pairs effectively 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; monitor regularly and use barriers or repellents as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 45 in (114.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | dark green heavy ripples margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 35–40 in (88.9–101.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5714