H. ‘Verkade's Two’
Hosta ‘Verkade's Two’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Malloy.
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | A. Malloy |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2000 by A. Malloy, this small blue-green hosta of unknown parentage is distinguished by its compact mound form and slightly shiny, cordate leaves with subtly lighter blue-green margins. The foliage displays eight vein pairs and a slightly shiny underside, with green scapes reaching 16 to 18 inches (40.6 to 45.7 cm) in height.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Verkade's Two' forms a tidy mound 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter and 7 inches (17.8 cm) tall, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green coloration remains most pronounced. Suitable companions include small ferns, heucheras, and other miniature hostas; its compact size makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, troughs, or container plantings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage, particularly in shaded, moist conditions.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 16–18 in (40.6–45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Amethyst Chip’ (2000)
- H. ‘Bitsy Blue’ (2000)
- H. ‘Green Lama’ (2000)
- H. ‘Kiwi Jordan’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5998. How we check this data.