H. ‘Rosedale Leaping Lizards’

Overview

Registered in 2000, *Hosta* 'Rosedale Leaping Lizards' is a small-sized cultivar derived from a hybrid of the unnamed seedling *H.* 'RD-BS'. It is visually distinguished by its dark green leaves with narrow, creamy white margins, a color pattern characteristic of many variegated hostas.

In the Garden

This compact hosta reaches a mature size of approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) in height and 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) in width, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its small stature also makes it an appropriate choice for trough gardens or miniature hosta collections.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if needed. This cultivar is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.