A Compact Gem of Shiny Cupped Gold
Mark Zilis registered Hosta 'Regal Tot' in 2010 as a cross between H. 'Gold Regal' and H. 'Shining Tot'. It forms a tidy miniature mound just 14 cm (5.5") high and 43 cm (17") wide. The rounded, lightly cupped leaves emerge chartreuse in early spring and deepen to a vibrant shiny gold as the season progresses. It thrives reliably across Canadian gardens from Zone 3 through 9. Pale purple flowers rise on golden yellow scapes in mid-summer, adding a delicate contrast above the foliage.
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Foliage: Golden yellow, slightly shiny on top with a glaucous bloom beneath; ovate with a rounded base, lightly cupped and lightly wavy — excellent substance for a miniature.
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Seasonal Colour Change: Emerges chartreuse in early spring, transitions to vibrant gold through summer.
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Flowers: Pale purple, tubular blooms on golden yellow scapes 25–36 cm (10–14") tall; mid-summer bloom period.
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Size: 14 cm × 43 cm (5.5" × 17") — miniature, mound-like habit; slow growth rate.
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Parentage: H. 'Gold Regal' × H. 'Shining Tot' — a cross that delivers compact form with rich gold colouring.
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Hardiness: Zones 3–9 — well suited to Canadian climates coast to coast.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Size (H × W) |
14 cm × 43 cm (5.5" × 17") |
| Hardiness Zone |
3–9 |
| Colour |
Golden yellow (chartreuse in early spring) |
| Light Requirements |
Partial to full shade |
Grower's Tip: 'Regal Tot' handles Canadian winters with ease from Zone 3 through 9, making it a reliable choice whether you garden in Winnipeg or Victoria. We grow it at our nursery in Bécancour, QC, where its shiny cupped gold leaves consistently draw attention in the shade beds. Our True to Type standard means you receive the authentic Hosta 'Regal Tot', verified before it leaves Bécancour.
