H. ‘Robert Frost’
Hosta ‘Robert Frost’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. & E. Lachman.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. & E. Lachman |
| Section class | II-4b (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by W. & E. Lachman, this large cultivar resulted from a cross between Hosta 'Banana Sundae' and Hosta 'Frances Williams'. It is visually distinctive for its heavy-textured, blue-green leaves with wide margins that mature from creamy yellow to near white, providing strong contrast throughout the growing season.
In the Garden
'Robert Frost' reaches a mature diameter of 42 inches (107 cm) and a height of 23 inches (58 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its large, rounded leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its cool blue-green foliage and bright margins.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most large-leaved hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; regular monitoring and appropriate barriers may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 23 in (58.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 35 in (88.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Banana Sundae' — H. ‘Banana Sundae’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Frances Williams' — H. ‘Frances Williams’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Robert Frost’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Eleanor Lachman’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Me and My Shadow’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-4b, large size):
- H. ‘Splendid Sarah’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lakeside Prophecy Fulfilled’ (2006)
- H. ‘Formal Attire’ (1988)
- H. ‘Mountain Snow’ (1988)
- H. ‘Spinners’ (1988)
- H. ‘White Shoulders’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4708. How we check this data.