H. ‘Crown Royalty’
Hosta ‘Crown Royalty’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Fairway Enterprises.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Fairway Enterprises |
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by Fairway Enterprises, Hosta 'Crown Royalty' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its dark green leaves with chartreuse to gold margins. The foliage is broadly ovate, measuring 8 inches (20.3 cm) long by 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, with eight pairs of veins, and the marginal variegation provides a clear contrast against the darker leaf centers.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 30 inches (76.2 cm) and height of 24 inches (61.0 cm), 'Crown Royalty' forms a substantial clump suitable for partial to full shade locations in typical hosta-growing zones. Its medium size and bold variegation make it effective as a specimen plant or in massed groupings beneath deciduous trees, and it pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The plant is not typically recommended for container cultivation due to its moderate spread.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the broad foliage is susceptible to both pests.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Bridgeville’ (1999)
- H. ‘Goodness Gracious’ (2009)
- H. ‘Mayan Moon’ (2009)
- H. ‘Indiana Knight’ (1990)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1279. How we check this data.