MyHostas database

HostaEmerald Isle

Statusregistered

Originator(s)Eric Smith/Pete & Jean Ruh 2008

Originsieboldii seedling

Size category 

Plant height x width17x33 cm (7x13 in.)

Leaf length x width10x4 cm (4x1 in.)

Vein pairs4

Leaf colorgreen,white edge

Variegationedge

Leaflanceolate

Petiole 

Scapelight green

Scape height40 cm (16 in.)

Flowerwhite,tubular

Flower length 

Fragrant 

Flowering periodAugust

Fertile 

Pod 

Ploidy 

Patents 

InfoHybrid from the early 1970s.
Pure white flower.
A H. lancifolia seedling similar to 'Louisa', but slightly larger.

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Progeny