H. ‘Lakeside Spellbinder’
Hosta ‘Lakeside Spellbinder’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1997 by an unknown breeder, 'Lakeside Spellbinder' is a medium-sized hosta distinguished by its broad, creamy white leaf centers framed by dark green, flat margins. The leaves are cordate at the base, dull on both surfaces, and produce a strong contrast between the light interior and darker border.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for variegated hostas, where the white leaf centers remain most stable. The substantial leaf size (9 inches long, 7 inches wide) and tall scapes (50 to 66 inches) make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods to maintain leaf turgor, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | creamy white with 2in (5.1cm) wide, dark green, flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 50–66 in (127.0–167.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
- H. ‘Guacamole’ (1994)
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3284