H. ‘Lemon Ice’
Hosta ‘Lemon Ice’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2011, 'Lemon Ice' is a small hosta derived from a Hosta clausa normalis F2 seedling as pod parent and H. 'Strawberry Banana Smoothie' as pollen parent. Its distinctive appearance combines green leaves with yellow margins, red petioles, and red scapes that retain yellow coloration in shaded conditions.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 26 inches (66.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, woodland borders, or container plantings. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small shade-tolerant perennials complement its compact habit.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur and should be monitored.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 26 in (66 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly folded, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 30–32 in (76.2–81.3 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | becomes white in sun, remains yellow in shade |
| Notable characteristics | medium yellow with red petioles and scapes that stay yellow in shade |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. clausa normalis F2 seedling
- Pollen parent: H. 'Strawberry Banana Smoothie' — H. ‘Strawberry Banana Smoothie’
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. ‘Gable's Gold’ (2011)
- H. ‘Light of Zetar’ (2011)
- H. ‘Mango Salsa’ (2011)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3345. How we check this data.