H. ‘Shade Beauty’
Hosta ‘Shade Beauty’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Aden.
| Year registered | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Aden |
| Section class | IV-4a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1982 by Paul Aden, Hosta 'Shade Beauty' is a small-sized cultivar resulting from a cross between an unnamed seedling and Hosta 'Golden Tardiana'. It is visually distinguished by its narrow, lance-shaped green leaves with deep yellow-white margins that exhibit numerous undulations, and by its compact, low-growing habit.
In the Garden
'Shade Beauty' reaches a mature height of approximately 4 inches (10.2 cm) and a spread of 10 inches (25.4 cm), making it suitable for the front of shaded borders, rock gardens, or as a groundcover in small areas. It thrives in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small perennials such as Heuchera or ferns. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, and deer are known to browse hostas; monitor and manage accordingly.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | deep yellow white, many undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Seedling
- Pollen parent: H. 'Golden Tardiana'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4a, small size):
- H. ‘Blessings’ (1983)
- H. ‘Crown Jewel’ (1984)
- H. ‘Bizarre’ (1986)
- H. ‘Gaiety’ (1986)
- H. ‘Platinum Tiara’ (1987)
- H. ‘Anne Arett’ (1975)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5059. How we check this data.