H. ‘Queen Isabella’
Hosta ‘Queen Isabella’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2013 as a sport of a seedling of unknown origin, 'Queen Isabella' is a small, compact hosta distinguished by its intensely twisted and wavy leaves with creamy white margins against medium green centers. The ovate leaves, measuring 3 inches long and 2 inches wide, are lightly cupped and lightly folded, with a dull surface on both sides and a tapered base.
In the Garden
'Queen Isabella' forms a low, mound-like clump reaching 10 inches in diameter and 3 inches in height, with a moderate growth rate. Its small size and variegated foliage make it well suited for the front of shade borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, where its twisted leaf texture provides visual interest. Companion plants might include small ferns, miniature epimediums, or fine-textured groundcovers that complement its compact habit.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from slugs and snails, which may damage the tender foliage, and site in partial to full shade for best leaf coloration.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly cupped, intensely twisted, lightly folded, intensely wavy |
| Flower scape height | 6–8 in (15.2–20.3 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | compact mini with lightly twiste variegated leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of a seedling of unknown origin
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘Minuteman’ (1994)
- H. ‘Brentwood Blues’ (2013)
- H. ‘Carry On’ (2013)
- H. ‘Fruit Loop’ (2013)
- H. ‘Happy’ (2013)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4525. How we check this data.