H. ‘Wild World of Sportsman’
Hosta ‘Wild World of Sportsman’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2004, Hosta 'Wild World of Sportsman' is a small, fast-growing sport of Hosta 'Galaxy' (pod parent; pollen parent unknown). Its primary distinction lies in the unstable, variable streaking of yellow and creamy white across the leaf blade, set against a dark blue-green base and white margins.
In the Garden
Mature plants reach approximately 11 inches (28 cm) in diameter and 6 inches (15 cm) in height, with an upright, compact habit. This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-green hostas, and is well suited to small garden spaces, rock gardens, or container culture. Its moderate leaf substance and fast growth rate make it a reliable filler in shaded borders.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods to maintain leaf turgor; fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formula. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, though its leathery leaf texture provides moderate resistance.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5.75 in (14.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10.75 in (27.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately thick and lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 7.5–11 in (19.1–27.9 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small, highly streaked leaf with leathery substance and glaucous bloom |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Galaxy' — H. ‘Galaxy’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Time Traveler’ (2010)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Chado’ (2004)
- H. ‘Flame Tiara’ (2004)
- H. ‘Hideko Tajima’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6138. How we check this data.