H. ‘Yin’
Hosta ‘Yin’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by J. Wilkins.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Originator | J. Wilkins |
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 by J. Wilkins, this medium-sized sport of *Hosta* 'Maize and Blue' is visually defined by its blue-green leaves with sharply contrasting creamy white margins. The leaf surface is notably very shiny on top with a glaucous bloom beneath, and the margins are slightly rippled.
In the Garden
'Hosta' forms a mound-like clump reaching 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials. Its compact size makes it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or containers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrents may be necessary, as with most hostas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | blue green with .75in (1.9cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 15–18 in (38.1–45.7 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | margin lightens; glaucous leaves become very shiny |
| Notable characteristics | sharp margin; glaucous becoming very shiny |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Maize and Blue' — H. ‘Maize and Blue’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Yin’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Feng Shui’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
- H. ‘Aristocrat’ (1997)
- H. ‘Quiet Waters’ (2008)
- H. ‘Oshima Silk’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6246