H. ‘Royal Tiara’
Hosta ‘Royal Tiara’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery |
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by M. Zilis and T&Z Nursery, *Hosta* 'Royal Tiara' is a small-sized sport of *Hosta* 'Jade Scepter'. It is distinguished by its green leaves with pure white to yellow-green margins, which exhibit undulating edges and six pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Royal Tiara' reaches a mature height of 8 inches (20.3 cm) with a spread of 15 inches (38.1 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its compact size also makes it an excellent choice for troughs or small pots.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug damage, so monitor for pests; deer may also browse the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | pure white yellow green, undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Jade Scepter' — H. ‘Jade Scepter’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Royal Tiara’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Royal Charm’ (sport)
- H. ‘Royal Wave’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Silver Tiara’ (1988)
- H. ‘Kabitan’ (1987)
- H. ‘Paul's Glory’ (1987)
- H. ‘Candle Glow’ (1990)
- H. ‘Cherry Berry’ (1991)
- H. ‘June’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4870