H. ‘Lakeside Big Scoop’

Overview

Registered in 2002 by an unknown breeder, *Hosta* 'Lakeside Big Scoop' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its deeply cupped, intensely corrugated blue-green leaves with rolled margins. The foliage is elliptic with cordate bases, measuring 8 inches long and 5 inches wide, and bears a glaucous bloom on the undersides, with 12 to 13 vein pairs.

In the Garden

This mound-forming hosta reaches 16 inches in height and spreads to 36 inches in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for blue-leaved cultivars, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its deeply cupped leaves and compact habit make it suitable for border fronts or shaded rock gardens, though its mature size precludes container use for most gardeners.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed.