H. ‘Rosedale Golden Candlestick’

Overview

Registered in 1999 by an unknown breeder, *Hosta* 'Rosedale Golden Candlestick' is a large, upright cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with golden yellow margins. The leaf blades are cordate at the base, measure 9 inches (22.9 cm) long by 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide, and have 16 pairs of veins; both surfaces are dull.

In the Garden

This slow-growing hosta reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 19 inches (48.3 cm), with a scape rising up to 23 inches (58.4 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for gold-margined cultivars, where the leaf contrast remains sharp. Its upright habit suits middle-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens; companion plants include ferns, *Heuchera*, and shade-tolerant grasses.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.