H. ‘Yellow Boa’

Overview

Registered in 1991 by R. O'Harra, this small hosta cultivar derived from a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Subcrocea' produces narrow, lanceolate leaves 10 inches (25.4 cm) long and 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide, each with four vein pairs and bright yellow margins contrasting with a green center. The plant forms a compact mound reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, with scapes rising to 18 inches (45.7 cm).

In the Garden

Suitable for partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, 'Yellow Boa' matures to a small clump roughly 15 inches across and 12 inches tall, making it appropriate for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Its narrow leaves and bright margins pair well with fine-textured ferns, *Heuchera*, or small sedges, and the compact size allows for container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods; apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may feed on the foliage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.