H. ‘Queen of Islip’
Hosta ‘Queen of Islip’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by J. Goffery.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | J. Goffery |
| Section class | II-6a (Large) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Frances Williams' registered by J. Goffery in 1990, 'Queen of Islip' is a large cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with light yellow-green to gold margins. The leaves are nearly orbicular, each measuring 10 inches (25.4 cm) in both length and width, with 15 to 16 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Queen of Islip' forms a substantial clump reaching 27 inches (68.6 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable as a specimen or for mid-border placement in partial to full shade. Its large, rounded leaves provide strong textural contrast when paired with finer-textured perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*. The scape rises to 36 inches (91.4 cm), bearing pale lavender flowers in midsummer.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many large-leaved hostas, slug damage may occur; monitor and manage as needed. Deer resistance is typical for the genus.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 16 |
| Flower scape height | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Frances Williams' — H. ‘Frances Williams’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-6a, large size):
- H. ‘Night Shift’ (1991)
- H. ‘Dream Weaver’ (1996)
- H. ‘Brother Stefan’ (1998)
- H. ‘Lakeside Shore Master’ (1998)
- H. ‘Stained Glass’ (1999)
- H. ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4528