H. ‘Bob Sanders’
Hosta ‘Bob Sanders’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by B. Sanders.
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Originator | B. Sanders |
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1998 by B. Sanders, this medium-sized cultivar is a sport of Hosta 'Gold Standard'. It is visually distinctive for its dark green leaves with streaked flat margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a waxy underside, creating a variegated effect that contrasts with the typical gold-centered parent.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Bob Sanders' reaches a mature diameter of 26 inches (66.0 cm) and a height of 21 inches (53.3 cm), with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While moderately resistant to slugs and deer, monitoring for damage is advisable in high-pressure areas.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 26 in (66 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.25 in (13.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | dark green streaked flat margins; slightly shiny on top; waxy underneath |
| Flower scape height | 41–47 in (104.1–119.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Gold Standard' — H. ‘Gold Standard’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Fantasia’ (1998)
- H. ‘Festival’ (1998)
- H. ‘Spartan Flash’ (1998)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #720. How we check this data.