H. ‘Rosedale Jack of Spades’
Hosta ‘Rosedale Jack of Spades’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2000, this medium-sized hosta cultivar originated as a hybrid of Hosta 'RD-BS'. Its most distinctive feature is the streaked marginal variegation on leaves that reach 7 inches (17.8 cm) in length and 6 inches (15.2 cm) in width.
In the Garden
'Rosedale Jack of Spades' performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegated foliage remains most stable. As a medium-sized hosta, mature clumps form a substantial mound suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds. It pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement but do not overwhelm its patterned leaves.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer weather, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'RD-BS'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘All Jazzed Up’ (2000)
- H. ‘American Beauty’ (2000)
- H. ‘Blue Canopy’ (2000)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4792. How we check this data.