H. ‘Rosedale Barnie’
Hosta ‘Rosedale Barnie’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999, this medium-sized cultivar resulted from a cross between Hosta ventricosa and H. 'Invincible'. The plant is distinguished by its variegated foliage, featuring dark green leaves with slightly rippled margins, dull upper surfaces, and slightly shiny undersides.
In the Garden
Hosta 'Rosedale Barnie' forms a mound-like clump reaching 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height, with a slow growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage, so monitor regularly and take protective measures as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 10–16 in (25.4–40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. ventricosa
- Pollen parent: H. 'Invincible' — H. ‘Invincible’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Dragon's Blood’ (1998)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4747. How we check this data.