H. ‘Leola Fraim’
Hosta ‘Leola Fraim’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. & E. Lachman.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. & E. Lachman |
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by W. & E. Lachman, Hosta 'Leola Fraim' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of *H. 'Swoosh'. It is distinguished by its medium dark green leaves with white margins, forming a compact, rounded mound.
In the Garden
'Leola Fraim' reaches a mature diameter of 17 inches (43.2 cm) and a height of 10.5 inches (26.7 cm), making it suitable for the middle of a shade border or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its moderate size also allows for use in containers.
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, so preventive measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Flower scape height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Swoosh' — H. ‘Swoosh’
1 published registry record names Hosta ‘Leola Fraim’ as a parent: 1 sport.
Sports of H. ‘Leola Fraim’ (1), by registration year
- H. ‘Wheee!’ (2024)
From the pod, pollen and sport parent fields of American Hosta Society Registry records.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Francee’ (1986)
- H. ‘Sugar and Cream’ (1984)
- H. ‘Patriot’ (1991)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3361. How we check this data.