H. ‘Trifecta’
Hosta ‘Trifecta’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Birks & Briggs Nursery.
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | A. Birks & Briggs Nursery |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2008 by A. Birks and Briggs Nursery, *Hosta* 'Trifecta' is a small sport of *Hosta* 'Little Sunspot'. It is distinguished by three distinct leaf colors: a creamy white center streaked with greenish yellow, framed by medium green margins. The plant also exhibits a fasciated flowering characteristic, an uncommon trait in hostas.
In the Garden
'H Trifecta' forms a compact mound 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. Its small size and ovate, lightly wavy leaves make it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings in typical hosta-growing zones. It pairs well with other small perennials such as heucheras or ferns, and benefits from morning sun or bright, dappled shade to maintain leaf color.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from slugs and deer, which may damage the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | creamy white, streaked with greenish yellow with 1 to 1.5in (2.5 to 3.8cm) wide, medium green, flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 6–10 in (15.2–25.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | has 3 distinct leaf colors, fasciated flowering characteristic |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Little Sunspot' — H. ‘Little Sunspot’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Americana’ (2006)
- H. ‘Dinky Donna’ (2011)
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
- H. ‘Sting’ (2011)
- H. ‘June Fever’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5807