H. ‘Princess Hannah’
Hosta ‘Princess Hannah’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2003, *Hosta* 'Princess Hannah' is a small-sized cultivar derived from *H. 'Chinese Sunrise'* (pod parent; pollen parent unknown). It is visually distinguished by its lance-shaped, green leaves with greenish-yellow, slightly rippled margins, and notably showy flower scapes that rise well above the foliage.
In the Garden
With a mature diameter of 22 inches (55.9 cm) and height of 12 inches (30.5 cm), 'Princess Hannah' forms an upright, moderate-growing clump suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant groundcovers. The plant exhibits a color change over the season, adding subtle interest.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | greenish yellow slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; and flat |
| Flower scape height | 32–38 in (81.3–96.5 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | becoming medium green in July |
| Notable characteristics | clump form; color change; and showy flower scapes |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Chinese Sunrise' — H. ‘Chinese Sunrise’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4464