H. ‘Queen of the Seas’

Overview

Registered in 2001, 'Queen of the Seas' is a large hosta cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its heavily rippled, serrated blue-green leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The broadly ovate, cordate-based leaves are lightly twisted and intensely wavy, with 11 vein pairs, reaching 11.5 inches (29.2 cm) long and 9 inches (22.9 cm) wide.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a dense, mound-like clump 24 inches (61.0 cm) tall and 48 inches (121.9 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its glaucous coating remains most pronounced. The substantial size and textured foliage make it suitable as a specimen or accent in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and mixed perennial beds; its large dimensions preclude container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and employ control measures if needed.