H. ‘White Linen’
Hosta ‘White Linen’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2008 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Red October', 'White Linen' is a small hosta distinguished by its blue-green leaves edged with narrow, creamy white margins. The plant forms a loosely upright mound reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'White Linen' performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage with white margins remains most stable. Its compact size suits the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials complement its restrained habit.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, especially in containers, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'White Linen' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | medium green with .1in (0.3cm) wide, creamy white, moderately rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull glaucous bloom underneath; moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | margin appears as a lighter shade of green then changes to creamy white |
| Notable characteristics | White margins on H. 'Red October' |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Red October' — H. ‘Red October’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6109