H. ‘Lovely Loretta’
Hosta ‘Lovely Loretta’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 by P. & J. Ruh, this medium-sized hosta cultivar is a cross between Hosta 'Sum and Substance' (pod parent) and Hosta 'Ginko Craig' (pollen parent). It is visually distinctive for its ovate, dull-surfaced green leaves with greenish gold, slightly rippled margins, and for producing light yellow flowers on light green scapes.
In the Garden
Hosta 'Lovely Loretta' forms a mound-like clump reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for hostas, and is suitable for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover in mass plantings. Its medium size makes it compatible with other shade perennials such as ferns, heucheras, and astilbes.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist, well-drained soil, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage and should be managed through appropriate barriers or deterrents.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf | greenish gold slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly cupped, lightly wavy, lightly corrugated and moderately folded |
| Flower scape height | 28.5 in (72.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | light yellow |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Sum and Substance' — H. ‘Sum and Substance’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Ginko Craig' — H. ‘Ginko Craig’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Lovely Loretta’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Marquette Park’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
- H. ‘Academy Flaxen Spades’ (2002)
- H. ‘Condor’ (2002)
- H. ‘Lakeside Expo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Ogon Tachi’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3543. How we check this data.