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.
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. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4747