H. ‘Lord Rock’
Hosta ‘Lord Rock’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2007 as a selfed seedling of *Hosta* 'Rock Princess', 'Lord Rock' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green foliage with medium green, slightly rippled margins and a dull glaucous bloom on the leaf undersides. The broadly ovate leaves with cordate bases and lightly wavy edges form a dense, mound-like habit.
In the Garden
'Lord Rock' reaches approximately 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its compact, rounded form makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While generally resilient, monitor for slug and deer damage in susceptible gardens.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; dull glaucous bloom underneath; lightly wavy, lightly flat |
| Flower scape height | 20–28 in (50.8–71.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | grows well |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Rock Princess' selfed
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Bellevue’ (2013)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3513