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Hosta Tratt. Hosta · Ornamentals · bred by Warmerdam Petrus Th.|2204 AK Noordwijk, NL

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant belongs to the medium-sized group, reaching a height of 45–60 cm with a bush width of 70–90 cm. The leaves are dense, have a broadly ovate or heart shape with a pointed tip. A characteristic feature is the matte blue-green color of the central part of the leaf and a contrasting feathery creamy-white margin.

Flowering occurs in July–August with lavender bell-shaped flowers on tall scapes. The variety is characterized by high frost resistance (USDA zones 3–4) and increased resistance to slug damage. It is used in landscape design for decorating mixed borders, rock gardens, and container plantings.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety registered as early as 2 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Warmerdam Petrus Th.|2204 AK Noordwijk, NL 1 Developed the variety
Applicant
Warmerdam Petrus Th.|2204 AK Noordwijk, NL 1 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Warmerdam Petrus Th.|2204 AK Noordwijk, NL 1 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20020611
Active
  1. Application filed 24 April 2002
  2. Registered 5 April 2004
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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