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.
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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. ‘Minuteman’ (1994)
- H. ‘Blue Flame’ (2004)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Circle of Light’ (1996)
- H. ‘Firefly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Sugar Babe’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6160. How we check this data.