H. ‘Lakeside Sophistication’
Hosta ‘Lakeside Sophistication’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1995 by an unknown breeder, 'Lakeside Sophistication' is a small hosta distinguished by its green leaves with creamy white margins and a mound-like growth habit. The leaf center is medium green with smooth, dull-surfaced margins approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, while the underside remains dull.
In the Garden
This compact cultivar reaches 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other small woodland perennials. Its moderate growth rate and small size allow it to fit into tight spaces without overwhelming neighboring plants.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | creamy white with 1in (2.5cm) wide, medium green, smooth margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 12–18 in (30.5–45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Lakeside Sophistication’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blue Sophistication’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Champagne’ (1994)
- H. ‘Night before Christmas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Lakeside Cupcake’ (1998)
- H. ‘Loyalist’ (1998)
- H. ‘Cherry Berry’ (1991)
- H. ‘Fire and Ice’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3282