H. ‘Vivian’
Hosta ‘Vivian’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by V. Grapes.
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Originator | V. Grapes |
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1993 by V. Grapes and subsequently registered by P. Ruh, Hosta 'Vivian' is a medium-sized sport of Hosta 'Fortunei Stenantha Variegated'. It is visually distinctive for its dark green leaves with pure white, slightly rippled margins, and its rounded leaf bases.
In the Garden
'Hosta' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 24 inches (61.6 cm) and a height of 13.5 inches (34.3 cm), making it suitable for mid-border positions in shaded or partially shaded beds. Its white-margined foliage provides contrast when planted near solid green or gold-leaved hostas, and it performs well in typical hosta-growing zones with consistent moisture.
Care Notes
Provide regular water during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage; monitor and manage as needed.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13.5 in (34.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24.25 in (61.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.75 in (12.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | dark green with .5in (1.3cm) wide, pure white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Fortunei' Stenantha Variegated'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Patriot’ (1991)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘Francee’ (1986)
- H. ‘Sugar and Cream’ (1984)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6019. How we check this data.