H. ‘Royal Mouse Ears’
Hosta ‘Royal Mouse Ears’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Deckert.
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Originator | E. Deckert |
| Section class | V-7 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2004 by E. Deckert as a sport of *Hosta* 'Blue Mouse Ears', 'Royal Mouse Ears' is a miniature hosta distinguished by its small, cupped, nearly round leaves of medium blue-green with greenish-yellow flat margins. The leaf surface is dull above with a glaucous bloom beneath, and the substance is notably excellent for a miniature.
In the Garden
'Royal Mouse Ears' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and 9 inches (22.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is well-suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for container cultivation, and it pairs effectively with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While the thick leaf substance offers some resistance, standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | medium blue green streaked with greenish yellow flat margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; deeply flat |
| Flower scape height | 6–7.5 in (15.2–19.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | excellent leaf substance, streaked miniature with small, cupped, nearly round leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Blue Mouse Ears' — H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-7, miniature size):
- H. ‘Nougat’ (2004)
- H. ‘Short and Sweet’ (2004)
- H. ‘Sweet and Low’ (2004)
- H. ‘Croutons’ (2003)
- H. ‘Error Apparent’ (2005)
- H. ‘Grim Grinning Ghost’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4862