H. ‘Lochness’
Hosta ‘Lochness’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. & E. Lachman.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. & E. Lachman |
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by W. & E. Lachman, *Hosta* 'Lochness' is a giant hybrid derived from the pod parent *H. 'Sea Monster'*. It is distinguished by its large, dark blue-green leaves with slight undulating margins and heavy substance, forming a substantial mound.
In the Garden
'Lochness' reaches a mature diameter of 40 inches (101.6 cm) and a height of 25 inches (63.5 cm), making it suitable for use as a specimen or background plant in shaded borders. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains color. Companion plants may include ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials. Its large size precludes container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 16 |
| Leaf | dark blue green slight undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 35 in (88.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Sea Monster' — H. ‘Sea Monster’
- Pollen parent: Hybrid
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Lochness’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Lochness Blue’ (sport)
- H. ‘Lochness Smoke and Fire’ (sport)
- H. ‘Maui Blue Surf’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Terminator’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Blue Angel’ (1986)
- H. ‘Kong’ (1990)
- H. ‘Bressingham Blue’ (1984)
- H. ‘Helen Doriot’ (1982)
- H. ‘Cool Change’ (1995)
- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3482