Dancing Queen Hosta

Hosta 'Dancing Queen'

Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #44394
3-9

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LIGHT: Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE: Moderate growing; forms foliage clump 18 in. tall, 30 in. wide.

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Description This large hosta variety emerges bright yellow and remains yellow all season long, softening in color in late summer when the plant is adorned with pale-lavender flowers. Wavy edges on the leaves add extra interest. The perfect way to brighten a shady garden. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/Solutions Erosion Control
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Yellow
Companion Plants Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Astilbe (Astilbe); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Anemone (Anemone)
Care Instructions Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
History American Hosta Growers' Association Hosta of the Year -- 2020 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award Honorable Mention -- 2014 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award of Merit -- 2015
Details
DescriptionThis large hosta variety emerges bright yellow and remains yellow all season long, softening in color in late summer when the plant is adorned with pale-lavender flowers. Wavy edges on the leaves add extra interest. The perfect way to brighten a shady garden. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/SolutionsErosion Control
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorYellow
Companion PlantsCoral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Astilbe (Astilbe); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Anemone (Anemone)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
History
HistoryAmerican Hosta Growers' Association Hosta of the Year -- 2020 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award Honorable Mention -- 2014 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award of Merit -- 2015

Frequently asked questions

Does Dancing Queen Hosta produce flowers?
Summer
Is Dancing Queen Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
Dancing Queen Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Dancing Queen Hosta?
Dancing Queen Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Dancing Queen Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does Dancing Queen Hosta grow?
Dancing Queen Hosta has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Dancing Queen Hosta in my landscape?
Dancing Queen Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Dancing Queen Hosta flowers?
Dancing Queen Hosta produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Dancing Queen Hosta?
Dancing Queen Hosta has Yellow foliage.
What plants grow well with Dancing Queen Hosta?
Good companion plants for Dancing Queen Hosta include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Astilbe (Astilbe); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Anemone (Anemone).
How do I care for Dancing Queen Hosta?
Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
What is the history of Dancing Queen Hosta?
American Hosta Growers' Association Hosta of the Year -- 2020 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award Honorable Mention -- 2014 American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award of Merit -- 2015

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.