H. ‘Rosedale Spoons’

Overview

Registered in 1999 by an unknown breeder, *Hosta* 'Rosedale Spoons' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its intensely blue-green leaves with a slightly shiny upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath. The leaves are cordate at the base, measuring 7 inches (17.8 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, with 10 pairs of veins.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms an upright, fast-growing clump reaching 21 inches (53.3 cm) in height and 27 inches (68.6 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its medium size makes it appropriate for mixed perennial beds, where it pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and shade-tolerant groundcovers.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, especially in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Rosedale Spoons' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.