H. ‘Crepe Suzette’
Hosta ‘Crepe Suzette’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. & E. Lachman.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. & E. Lachman |
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by W. & E. Lachman, this small hosta cultivar is a hybrid distinguished by its dark green leaves with white to creamy white margins. The leaf blades are 5 inches (12.7 cm) long and 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide, with four vein pairs, forming a compact mound 9 inches (22.9 cm) in diameter and 4 inches (10.2 cm) tall.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Crepe Suzette' performs best in partial to full shade and reaches a mature spread of approximately 9 inches (22.9 cm) with a height of 4 inches (10.2 cm). Its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, where it pairs well with other small perennials such as heucheras or ferns. It is also well adapted to container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage and may require protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 8–12 in (20.3–30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Crepe Suzette’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Anglo Saxon’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Cream Cheese’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Forest Firefly’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Karen’ (sport)
- H. ‘Mister Gee’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Moon River’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘My Darling’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Nordic Racer’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Red Ryder’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Tea and Crumpets’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Virginia Reel’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Xerxes’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
- H. ‘Zager's White Edge’ (1980)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1242