Hosta 'Emerald Tiara'

Emerald Taira Hosta

Hosta ‘Emerald Tiara’ — commonly known as Emerald Tiara Hosta — is a compact perennial valued for its rich green leaves edged with narrow creamy-white margins that brighten shaded plantings. The small to medium foliage forms a dense, tidy mound with a refined texture, and lavender flowers rise above the leaves in midsummer, adding delicate seasonal interest.

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 10–14 in

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Compact, rounded clump

Light: Partial shade to full shade

Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil with organic matter

Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for edging, woodland gardens, small shade borders, and mixed hosta collections. Crisp variegation provides dependable contrast in smaller shaded spaces.

Care: Maintain even soil moisture during dry periods for best foliage quality. Divide in spring or early fall when clumps become crowded. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. 🌿✨

Plant type

Perennial

Height

10-14"

Width

18-24 ''

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Clump, Compact, Rounded

Drought tolerant

No