H. ‘Feather Boa’
Hosta ‘Feather Boa’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. O'Harra.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. O'Harra |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by R. O'Harra, this small hosta cultivar is a hybrid of Hosta 'Subcrocea'. It is visually distinctive for its narrow, lanceolate green leaves with gold margins and slight yellow undulations, combined with a semi-stoloniferous growth habit.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Feather Boa' reaches approximately 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter and 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as edging. Its small size and semi-stoloniferous nature allow it to form a low, spreading clump that pairs well with other small perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella. It is well-suited to containers and performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | yellow slight undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Subcrocea' — H. ‘Subcrocea’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Lipstick Blonde’ (2012)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Golden Surprise’ (1991)
- H. ‘Lakeside Leprechaun’ (1991)
- H. ‘Maui Buttercups’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1740. How we check this data.