H. ‘Sheila Macqueen’

Overview

Registered in 2000 by A. Malloy, 'Sheila Macqueen' is a medium-sized hosta of unknown parentage, distinguished by its variegated foliage with streaked margins. The leaves are dull on both surfaces, cordate at the base, and measure 7 inches (17.8 cm) long by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide, with nine pairs of veins.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a moderate-growing mound reaching 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its medium size and muted leaf texture pair well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; it is not typically recommended for container culture due to its spreading habit.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. Like most hostas, 'Sheila Macqueen' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.