H. ‘Crocodile Queen’
Hosta ‘Crocodile Queen’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by K. Schwarz.
| Year registered | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | K. Schwarz |
| Section class | II-4b (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2014 by K. Schwarz, this large hosta originated as a sport of Hosta 'Wet Crocodile'. It is visually distinctive for its heavily corrugated, deeply cupped, nearly round leaves of dark green with cream margins ranging from 0.3 to 2.5 cm wide, combined with a very shiny upper surface.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Crocodile Queen' forms an upright clump reaching approximately 48 cm in height and 51 cm in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and its bold, textured foliage provides strong contrast when paired with finer-leaved perennials such as ferns or Heuchera. Its large size makes it suitable for mid-border or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While hostas are generally susceptible to slugs and deer, the deeply corrugated leaves of this cultivar may offer some resistance to slug damage.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 19 in (48.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | very shiny on top; dull underneath; deeply cupped, deeply corrugated |
| Seasonal colour change | dark green changes to medium green |
| Notable characteristics | heavily corrugted, cupped, cream edged, and vigorous grower |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Wet Crocodile' — H. ‘Wet Crocodile’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-4b, large size):
- H. ‘Lakeside Prophecy Fulfilled’ (2006)
- H. ‘Splendid Sarah’ (2005)
- H. ‘KL's Choice’ (2014)
- H. ‘Cosmic Lovin’ (2013)
- H. ‘Flemish Master’ (2013)
- H. ‘Long Tall Sally’ (2013)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1263. How we check this data.