H. ‘Lotus Woods’

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Hosta ‘Lotus Woods’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.

Year registered2002
RegistrantP. & J. Ruh
Section classIII-1 (Medium)

Overview

Registered in 2002 by P. & J. Ruh, this medium-sized cultivar forms a large, floriferous mound with variegated foliage. Its ovate leaves feature light green, slightly rippled margins and a lightly twisted, folded, and wavy texture, with a curled tip that distinguishes the clump.

In the Garden

'Hosta 'Lotus Woods' reaches 32 inches (81.3 cm) in height and 52 inches (132.1 cm) in diameter at maturity, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its substantial mound pairs well with ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials. The plant's large size makes it unsuitable for container culture.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.

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Size and leaf

Clump height32 in (81.3 cm)
Clump width52 in (132.1 cm)
Leaf length9 in (22.9 cm)
Leaf width7 in (17.8 cm)
Leaflight green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly twisted, lightly folded and lightly wavy
Flower scape height55–59 in (139.7–149.9 cm)
Notable characteristicslarge clump; curled tip; floriferous

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #3523. How we check this data.