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.
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. ‘Sunny Delight’ (2000)
- H. ‘Dancing Queen’ (2005)
- H. ‘Gold Wing’ (2014)
- H. ‘Lemon Chiffon’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5718