H. ‘Winsome’
Hosta ‘Winsome’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1996, *Hosta* 'Winsome' is a small, mound-forming hybrid derived from *Hosta* 'Pin Stripe Sister'. It is visually distinguished by its medium green leaves with creamy white, slightly rippled margins, dull surfaces, and rounded leaf bases.
In the Garden
'Winsome' reaches approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is well-suited for rock gardens, front-of-border placements, or container cultivation due to its compact size. Its muted leaf surfaces pair effectively with fine-textured ferns or small woodland perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs may occasionally damage foliage, 'Winsome' is less susceptible than larger-leaved cultivars; deer may browse it if present.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | medium green with .5in (1.3cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 16–18 in (40.6–45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Pin Stripe Sister' — H. ‘Pin Stripe Sister’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6160