H. ‘Clown's Collar’
Hosta ‘Clown's Collar’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-5b (Small) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Dorset Clown' registered in 2004, 'Clown's Collar' is a small Tardiana-type hosta distinguished by its broad, pale yellow margins contrasting with blue-green leaf centers. The leaves are broadly ovate with cordate bases, lightly twisted and wavy, and bear a glaucous bloom on both surfaces.
In the Garden
'Clown's Collar' reaches approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margin color is most stable. Its small size and compact habit make it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | blue green with .25 to .4in (0.6 to 1.0cm) wide, pale yellow, slightly rippled margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly twisted and lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 15–16.5 in (38.1–41.9 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | wide margin, good color contrast on Tardiana type |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Dorset Clown' — H. ‘Dorset Clown’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-5b, small size):
- H. ‘Autumn Frost’ (2009)
- H. ‘Praying Hands’ (1996)
- H. ‘Butter Rim’ (1986)
- H. ‘Border Favourite’ (2004)
- H. ‘Lakeside Zesty Zeno’ (2004)
- H. ‘Raspberries and Cream’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1095