H. ‘Tucker Irish Heart’
Hosta ‘Tucker Irish Heart’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1993, this small hosta cultivar originated as a sport of *Hosta* 'Golden Prayers'. 'Tucker Irish Heart' is distinguished by its variegated foliage: dark green, slightly rippled leaf margins with a cordate (heart-shaped) base, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a dull underside.
In the Garden
Reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and spreading to 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, 'Tucker Irish Heart' is suited for the front of a shaded border or rock garden. Its small size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Pair with other small, shade-tolerant perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella* for textural contrast.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Golden Prayers' — H. ‘Golden Prayers’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Bridegroom’ (1990)
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5829