H. ‘Yellow Submarine’
Hosta ‘Yellow Submarine’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek (AHS), this small hosta cultivar forms a compact, mound-like clump 8 inches high and 20 inches in diameter. Its lanceolate leaves, 4 inches long and 1.5 inches wide, are green with chartreuse to golden yellow, moderately rippled margins, and possess 4 to 5 vein pairs.
In the Garden
Suitable for partial to full shade, 'Yellow Submarine' reaches a mature spread of approximately 20 inches and a height of 8 inches. Its small size and tidy mound habit make it an excellent choice for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. It pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or woodland groundcovers such as *Tiarella* or *Heuchera*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | chartreuse to golden yellow moderately rippled margins |
| Flower scape height | 12–18 in (30.5–45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6237