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.
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. ‘Butter Rim’ (1986)
- H. ‘Praying Hands’ (1996)
- H. ‘Autumn Frost’ (2009)
- H. ‘Amber Maiden’ (1988)
- H. ‘Sultana’ (1988)
- H. ‘Carousel’ (1989)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5089