H. ‘Peter the Rock’
Hosta ‘Peter the Rock’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by L. Simpers & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | L. Simpers & P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by L. Simpers and P. Ruh, this medium-sized cultivar is a hybrid of *Hosta sieboldiana*. It is visually distinctive for its variegated foliage, featuring light green leaves with small undulating margins and a waxy bloom on the upper surface.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Peter the Rock' reaches a mature diameter of 34 inches (86.4 cm) and a height of 23 inches (58.4 cm), making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its broad, textured leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The plant produces scapes up to 16 inches (40.6 cm) tall, though scape height may vary.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrents may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 23 in (58.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 34 in (86.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.25 in (21 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | light green small undulations margins; waxy substance on top |
| Flower scape height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. sieboldiana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Black Hills’ (1983)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4309