H. ‘Whitewater’
Hosta ‘Whitewater’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2002, *Hosta* 'Whitewater' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive feature is the striking leaf coloration: narrow, lance-shaped leaves (6 inches long by 1 inch wide) are predominantly white with green speckling concentrated along the margins, creating an unusual reverse-variegated appearance.
In the Garden
'Whitewater' performs best in partial to light shade, where its pale foliage remains crisp and does not scorch. Mature plants reach a small clump size, typically 6–8 inches in height and 12–14 inches in spread. Its diminutive stature and narrow leaves make it well-suited for trough gardens, rockeries, or the front of a shaded border, where it pairs effectively with fine-textured ferns or small sedges.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. As with many white-leaved hostas, 'Whitewater' is less vigorous than green cultivars and may be more susceptible to slug damage; monitor regularly and manage pests as needed. It is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Leaf | lanc |
| Seasonal colour change | more green in late summer |
| Notable characteristics | white color |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ray of Hope’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Canterbury Tales’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cathedral’ (2002)
- H. ‘Chutzpah’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6125