H. ‘Wizard's Turban’
Hosta ‘Wizard's Turban’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-6a (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1996, *Hosta* 'Wizard's Turban' is a miniature cultivar derived from the cross *H*. 'Galaxy' × *H*. 'Wahoo'. Its most distinctive visual feature is the narrow, creamy white leaf margins that contrast sharply with the light green, slightly rippled leaf centers, all borne on a compact, mound-like plant.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta reaches a mature diameter of 13 inches (33.0 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for the genus, and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its slow growth rate and small size make it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.25 in (8.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | creamy white with .5in (1.3cm) wide, light green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 8–9 in (20.3–22.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Galaxy' — H. ‘Galaxy’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Wahoo' — H. ‘Wahoo’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-6a, miniature size):
- H. ‘X-rated’ (2001)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paddywack’ (1996)
- H. ‘Pandora's Box’ (1996)
- H. ‘White Swan’ (1995)
- H. ‘Hidden Cove’ (1998)
- H. ‘Honey Do’ (1994)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6172