H. ‘Rocky Road’
Hosta ‘Rocky Road’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Savory.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Savory |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
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.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Flower scape height | 24–28 in (61.0–71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Fortunei'
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Rocky Road’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Country Road’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Black Hills’ (1983)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4729