H. ‘Rosedale Babe’
Hosta ‘Rosedale Babe’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2000, Hosta 'Rosedale Babe' is a large-sized cultivar derived from the cross of H. 'RD-BS' (seed parent) and H. 'RD-742' (pollen parent). It is visually distinctive for its broad, rounded leaves that reach 10 inches (25.4 cm) in both length and width, displaying a medium blue-green color with a slightly lighter margin.
In the Garden
This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains its color without scorching. Mature plants form a substantial clump, typically reaching 2 to 3 feet in spread, making it suitable for mid-border or as a specimen in shaded beds. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials, though its large leaf size may overwhelm smaller companions in tight spaces.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the broad leaves are attractive to both pests.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'RD-BS'
- Pollen parent: H. 'RD-742'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Academy Celeborn’ (2000)
- H. ‘Grey Ghost’ (2000)
- H. ‘Murmurs’ (2000)
- H. ‘Rosedale Catcher's Mitt’ (2000)
- H. ‘Steel Canopy’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4746. How we check this data.