H. ‘Bridgeville’
Hosta ‘Bridgeville’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-5b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Bridgeville' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its dark green leaves with heavily rippled, light greenish-yellow margins and a very shiny underside.
In the Garden
This upright, moderate-growing hosta reaches approximately 27 inches (69 cm) in diameter and 13 inches (33 cm) in height, with scapes extending 37 to 40 inches (94 to 102 cm) tall. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods to maintain consistent soil moisture, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While hostas are generally susceptible to slugs and deer, 'Bridgeville' shows no exceptional resistance; standard protective measures may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.13 in (10.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | dark green with .38in (1.0cm) wide, light green(yellow), heavy ripples margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 37–40 in (94.0–101.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-5b, medium size):
- H. ‘Handy Hatfield’ (1996)
- H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’ (1991)
- H. ‘Alex’ (2008)
- H. ‘Mayan Moon’ (2009)
- H. ‘Abiqua Moonbeam’ (1987)
- H. ‘Tokudama Flavocircinalis’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #798