H. ‘Sybil’
Hosta ‘Sybil’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Brenda's Beauty' registered in 2002, 'Sybil' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its ovate, dull green leaves with white, heavily rippled margins and a white two-toned green edge. The plant reaches 7 inches (17.8 cm) in height and spreads to 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate.
In the Garden
'Sybil' performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as a groundcover in small spaces. Its compact size—7 inches tall and 15 inches wide—makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials complement its muted foliage tones.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Sybil' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and employ barriers or deterrents as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | white two-toned green, heavily rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly folded |
| Flower scape height | 10–15 in (25.4–38.1 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | 2nd flush has pale-green misted center and green edge |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Brenda's Beauty'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Rainforest Sunrise’ (2003)
- H. ‘Allegan Fog’ (2000)
- H. ‘Clifford's Stingray’ (2000)
- H. ‘June Fever’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire and Ice’ (1999)
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5593