A Frosted Cerulean Gem with a Whimsical Rippled Edge
Don Dean registered Hosta 'Clown's Collar' in 2004 as a sport of the rare Hosta 'Dorset Clown'. It brings Tardiana-style elegance to the smaller corners of the shaded garden. The frosted sapphire mound and pale rippled margin make it a standout specimen for the Canadian rockery or front border. It suits zones 3–9 and holds its beauty reliably from spring through late summer.
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Frosted Lapis Tones: Broadly ovate leaves carry a thick glaucous bloom on both surfaces, giving the plant a misty, cobalt-to-cerulean appearance that intensifies in dappled shade.
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Whimsical Rippled Edges: A pale yellow margin up to 1.0 cm wide wraps each leaf in a slightly rippled garland that adds movement and contrast to the mound.
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Artistic Twisting: Light twist and wavy character make the compact 15 cm × 46 cm (6" × 18") mound feel energetic and alive.
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Elegant Bell Blooms: In late July and August, glaucous green scapes carry 4.4 cm (1.75") near-white, bell-shaped flowers with delicate translucent edges.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Size (H × W) |
15 cm × 46 cm (6" × 18") |
| Hardiness Zone |
3–9 |
| Colour |
Blue-green with pale yellow rippled margins |
| Light Requirements |
Partial to full shade |
Grower's Tip: This cultivar excels in intimate garden spaces where its Tardiana texture and wide rippled margin can be appreciated up close. We monitor spring emergence at our Bécancour trial fields to verify the glaucous bloom and margin width are True to Type before each plant ships.
