H. ‘Rocky Road’

Overview

Registered in 1988 by R. Savory, this medium-sized hosta is a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Fortunei'. 'Rocky Road' is distinguished by its variegated foliage, featuring dark green margins that contrast with a lighter center, and its broad, nearly round leaves with nine pairs of veins.

In the Garden

'Rocky Road' reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 18 inches (45.7 cm), with scapes rising 24 to 28 inches (61.0 to 71.1 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover. Its medium size and broad leaves pair well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.