H. ‘Jabulani’

Overview

Registered in 2010 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Rich Uncle', 'Jabulani' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with wide, golden yellow centers and medium green, flat margins. The broadly ovate leaves measure 9 inches long and 7 inches wide, with 11 to 12 vein pairs, a dull upper surface, and a glaucous bloom beneath; they are moderately wavy and corrugated, forming a dense, mound-like habit.

In the Garden

'Jabulani' reaches 18 inches in height and 40 inches in diameter, with a slow growth rate, making it suitable for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in partial to full shade. Its gold-centered foliage provides contrast when paired with dark-leaved perennials such as ferns or heucheras. The plant’s compact, rounded form also works well in mixed container plantings, though its mature spread requires ample space.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Jabulani' is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.