H. ‘Granddaddy Red Legs’

Overview

Registered in 2010 by R. Kuenster, this medium-sized cultivar produces mound-shaped clumps with lanceolate, variegated leaves featuring dark green flat margins and a slightly shiny upper surface. The plant reaches 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with scapes rising 24 to 28 inches (61.0 to 71.1 cm) above the foliage.

In the Garden

This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, forming a moderate-growing mound suitable for woodland borders, shade gardens, or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Its mature dimensions of 30 inches in diameter and 18 inches in height make it appropriate for middle-border positions or as a specimen in smaller shaded beds. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials with contrasting foliage textures.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrent measures are recommended, as hostas are susceptible to both pests in typical hosta-growing zones.