H. ‘Shelleys’
Hosta ‘Shelleys’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Mrs. E. Hodgkin.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Mrs. E. Hodgkin |
| Section class | IV-5b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by Mrs. E. Hodgkin, Hosta 'Shelleys' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its medium green leaves with narrow (0.6 cm), yellow-gold, undulating margins.
In the Garden
'H Shelleys' reaches a mature height of approximately 15–20 cm and a spread of 30–40 cm, making it suitable for the front of a shaded border or rock garden. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the gold margins remain brightest without scorching. Companion plants include small ferns, Heuchera, and Carex. Its compact size also makes it an excellent choice for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor regularly and use barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf width | 25 in (0.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf | in (0.0cm) wide; medium green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, yellow gold, undulating margins |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-5b, small size):
- H. ‘Amber Maiden’ (1988)
- H. ‘Sultana’ (1988)
- H. ‘Carousel’ (1989)
- H. ‘Josephine’ (1987)
- H. ‘Sparky’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abby’ (1990)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5089. How we check this data.