H. ‘Rosedale Waterwheel’
Hosta ‘Rosedale Waterwheel’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2000 by Rosedale Gardens, this medium-sized hosta is a variegated seedling from the cross of H. 'RD-BS' and H. '742'. Its leaves are distinguished by streaked margins, a pattern that sets it apart from many margin-variegated cultivars.
In the Garden
'Hosta Rosedale Waterwheel' forms a medium-sized clump, with leaves reaching 8 inches (20.3 cm) in length and 5 inches (12.7 cm) in width. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and reaches a mature spread of approximately 18–24 inches. Its variegated foliage pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry spells, particularly in the first growing season. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'RD-BS'
- Pollen parent: H. '742'
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 #4836. How we check this data.