H. ‘Velvet Bows’
Hosta ‘Velvet Bows’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Kuenster, AHS.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Kuenster, AHS |
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by R. Kuenster of the American Hosta Society, 'Velvet Bows' is a miniature hosta with variegated foliage. Its ovate leaves, measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm) long and 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) wide, feature light green flat margins and a slightly shiny upper surface, with a dull underside and 5 to 7 vein pairs.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is suitable for shaded borders, rock gardens, or container cultivation, given its miniature size. Companion plants may include small ferns, heucheras, or other diminutive perennials that thrive in similar conditions.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in well-draining soil. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Monitor for slug and deer damage, which can affect the foliage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | light green flat margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small light green clump former |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘First Class’ (2001)
- H. ‘Awesome’ (2010)
- H. ‘Cricket’ (2010)
- H. ‘West Point Hanky’ (2010)
- H. ‘Abiqua Jim Dandy’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5982