H. ‘Lovely Lauren’
Hosta ‘Lovely Lauren’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1998, *Hosta* 'Lovely Lauren' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of *H. 'Sophistication'*. It is distinguished by its upright, rounded clump of medium green leaves with creamy white, slightly rippled margins, and tall scapes bearing pale lavender flowers.
In the Garden
'Lovely Lauren' forms a clump 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall and 28 inches (71.1 cm) wide, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds. Its upright habit and medium size make it compatible with ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the foliage, and deer are known to browse hostas, so monitoring or protective measures are advisable.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.75 in (12.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | medium green with .38in (1.0cm) wide, creamy white, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 33–38 in (83.8–96.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Sophistication'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Aristocrat’ (1997)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Patriot’ (1991)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
- H. ‘Quiet Waters’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3542