H. ‘Ruffles’
Hosta ‘Ruffles’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Lehman & AHS.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Lehman & AHS |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by D. Lehman and the American Hosta Society, 'Ruffles' is a large, variegated cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinguished by its medium green leaves with small, undulating margins and a substantial mature spread of 40 inches (101.6 cm).
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a dense, mounding clump reaching 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter, with scapes that can extend up to 53 inches (134.6 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its large size makes it unsuitable for containers but effective as a specimen or in mass plantings.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | medium green small undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 53 in (134.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ruffles’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Circus Clown’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crested Reef’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Regal Ruffles’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Tatted Lace’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Wassup’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Duke’ (1988)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
- H. ‘Colossal’ (1977)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Tracy's Emerald Cup’ (1997)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4885