H. ‘Quill’
Hosta ‘Quill’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek, *Hosta* 'Quill' is a miniature hybrid derived from *H. pycnophylla* (pod parent) and *H. yingeri* (pollen parent). The cultivar is distinguished by its narrow, lanceolate leaves with twisted, wavy margins and a medium blue-green coloration, forming a semi-upright mound.
In the Garden
'Hosta' forms a compact mound 11 inches (27.9 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. Its small size and semi-upright habit allow it to be grown in containers or as an edging plant in partial to full shade. Companion plants may include small ferns, *Heuchera*, or *Tiarella*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, though the narrow, twisted leaves may be less palatable than broader-leaved cultivars.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | twisted, wavy |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. pycnophylla
- Pollen parent: H. yingeri
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ellen’ (1987)
- H. ‘Daniel’ (1986)
- H. ‘Blue Cadet’ (1974)
- H. ‘Slim and Trim’ (2010)
- H. ‘Tet-A-Poo’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4540