H. ‘Uniquely Catawampus’
Hosta ‘Uniquely Catawampus’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by J. Miller.
| Year registered | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Originator | J. Miller |
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2016 by J. Miller, this small hosta cultivar is distinguished by its extremely narrow, heavily rippled leaves with creamy white margins and unusually tall scapes that rise three to four times the height of the foliage mound. The lance-shaped leaves are deeply folded and wavy overall, measuring 11 inches (27.9 cm) long and only 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, with four vein pairs and a slightly shiny surface on both sides.
In the Garden
'Uniquely Catawampus' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 21 inches (53.3 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. Its small stature and narrow, wavy foliage make it suitable for the front of shade borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. The purple scapes, which reach 30 to 33 inches (76.2 to 83.8 cm) tall, bear dark striped flowers and create a striking vertical accent above the low foliage mound. Companion plants should be similarly compact and shade-tolerant, such as small ferns or dwarf astilbes.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Typical hosta-growing zones apply; slug damage is possible on the thin leaves, and deer may browse the tall flower scapes.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | medium green with very narrow intermittentin (0.0cm) wide, creamy white, heavily rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; deeply folded and wavy overall. |
| Flower scape height | 30–33 in (76.2–83.8 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | Maintains small size & wavy edges. Topped with extremely tall scapes and dark striped flowers. |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5895