H. ‘Rosedale Old Maid’
Hosta ‘Rosedale Old Maid’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2000 by breeder R. D. Smith, 'Rosedale Old Maid' is a medium-sized variegated hosta derived from a cross between H. 'RD-BS' (pod parent) and H. 'RD-71' (pollen parent). The cultivar is distinguished by its streaked leaf margins, with leaves measuring 7 inches (17.8 cm) in length and 6 inches (15.2 cm) in width.
In the Garden
This medium hosta forms a clump approximately 18 to 24 inches in height and 30 to 36 inches in spread at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the variegation remains most pronounced, though it can tolerate some morning sun in cooler climates. Suitable companions include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its medium size makes it appropriate for border fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage; monitor regularly and employ control measures if needed. This cultivar is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.
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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: H. 'RD-BS'
- Pollen parent: H. 'RD-71'
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 #4811. How we check this data.