H. ‘Lakeside Dragonfly’
Hosta ‘Lakeside Dragonfly’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1997 by Mary Chastain of Lakeside Acres, this small hosta forms a dense mound of blue-green foliage edged with broad white margins. Its compact habit and distinctive variegation make it a notable addition to the genus.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Lakeside Dragonfly' reaches 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and spreads to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate that fills space quickly. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its small size suits it for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a border.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry spells. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. While slug and deer resistance is not absolute, the slightly glossy leaf surface may offer some deterrence; monitor for damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | medium blue green with 1in (2.5cm) wide, white, flat margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 24–36 in (61.0–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Ivory’ (2009)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3193