H. ‘Royal Lady’
Hosta ‘Royal Lady’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by G. Holly & AHS.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | G. Holly & AHS |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by G. Holly and the American Hosta Society, 'Royal Lady' is a small hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its dark green leaves with one to two large undulations along the margins and a glossy upper surface, creating a textured, shiny foliage effect.
In the Garden
'Royal Lady' reaches a mature spread of approximately 46 inches (117 cm) and a height of 18 inches (46 cm), with scapes rising 22 to 36 inches (56 to 91 cm) tall. It performs best in partial to full shade and is well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings due to its compact size. Its small stature and glossy leaves pair effectively with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended for optimal foliage condition in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 46 in (116.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | dark green 1-2 large undulations margins; shiny on top |
| Flower scape height | 22–36 in (55.9–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Pearl Lake’ (1982)
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Tall Twister’ (1973)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4861. How we check this data.