H. ‘Tijuana Brass’
Hosta ‘Tijuana Brass’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by K. Vaughn.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | K. Vaughn |
| Section class | II-3 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by K. Vaughn, this large hosta cultivar is a cross between H. 'Golden Waffles' (pod parent) and H. 'Polly Bishop' (pollen parent). It is visually distinctive for its broad, green leaves with bright brassy gold margins, a color combination that holds well through the growing season.
In the Garden
'Tijuana Brass' forms a substantial clump reaching 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, with individual leaves measuring 10 inches (25.4 cm) long and 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to light shade, where the gold margins remain most vivid, and pairs well with other large-leaved perennials such as ferns or Heuchera. Its size makes it suitable as a specimen or in the middle to back of a shaded border.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most large-leaved hostas, it is susceptible to slug damage and may require protection in damp conditions.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 28–30 in (71.1–76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Golden Waffles' — H. ‘Golden Waffles’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Polly Bishop' — H. ‘Polly Bishop’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-3, large size):
- H. ‘Sun Power’ (1986)
- H. ‘Rosedale Bright and Sassy’ (1999)
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Lemon Chiffon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Lime Krinkles’ (1988)
- H. ‘Moonshine’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5718. How we check this data.