H. ‘Zager's Tokudama’
Hosta ‘Zager's Tokudama’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2003 by P. & J. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Zager's Tokudama' is a large, variegated sport of *H. 'Tokudama'* with unknown pollen parentage. The cultivar is distinguished by its intensely corrugated, deeply textured foliage and flowers that bloom beneath the leaf canopy.
In the Garden
This hosta forms an upright mound reaching 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 54 inches (137.2 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas with heavy leaf texture, and is suitable as a specimen or accent in woodland gardens and shaded borders. The large, deeply corrugated leaves provide strong contrast when paired with finer-textured shade perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick, heavy-textured leaves offer some resistance to slugs, though standard preventative measures are advisable in persistently damp conditions.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 54 in (137.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.75 in (22.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; deeply corrugated, moderately twisted, moderately folded, moderately wavy and lightly cupped |
| Flower scape height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | intensely corrugated; heavy texture; flowers under foliage |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Tokudama'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Aphrodite’ (2009)
- H. ‘Tracy's Emerald Cup’ (1997)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Ben’ (2015)
- H. ‘Duke’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6266