H. ‘Rosedale John Stratton’
Hosta ‘Rosedale John Stratton’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1999, 'Rosedale John Stratton' is a giant hosta of selfed parentage from H. 'RD-BS-1'. Its most distinctive feature is the intensely blue-green leaf margins that frame the leaf blade, with leaves reaching 13 inches (33.0 cm) in length and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in width.
In the Garden
This cultivar's giant stature—forming a substantial clump at maturity—makes it suitable as a specimen plant or as a bold accent in the middle to back of a shaded border. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where the blue-green coloration is most pronounced. Companion plants should be chosen for contrasting texture and form, such as ferns or fine-leaved shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the large leaves.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 13 in (33 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'RD-BS-1'
- Pollen parent: H. 'RD-BS-1'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Elephant Ears’ (1999)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
- H. ‘Kong’ (1990)
- H. ‘Helen Doriot’ (1982)
- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ (1980)
- H. ‘Academy Blue Titan’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4793. How we check this data.