H. ‘Leprechaun Lace’
Hosta ‘Leprechaun Lace’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2015, 'Leprechaun Lace' is a medium-sized hosta of unknown parentage, notable for its green leaves with golden yellow margins and the distinctive characteristic that every leaf exhibits a different pattern. The broadly ovate leaves, measuring 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, feature slightly rippled margins ranging from 0.25 to 1.5 inches (0.6 to 3.8 cm) wide, with a slightly shiny upper surface and dull underside.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms an upright mound reaching 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for gold-margined hostas, where the leaf patterns are most distinct. Suitable companions include ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its medium size makes it appropriate for border fronts or woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended for this cultivar in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | green with .25 to 1.5in (0.6 to 3.8cm) wide, golden yellow, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; lightly folded, lightly wavy, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 24–28 in (61.0–71.1 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | gets a creamy white edge as season progresses |
| Notable characteristics | every leaf has a different leaf pattern |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Mayan Moon’ (2009)
- H. ‘Alex’ (2008)
- H. ‘Bridgeville’ (1999)
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Abiqua Moonbeam’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3366