H. ‘Rutherford Birchard Hayes’
Hosta ‘Rutherford Birchard Hayes’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by P. & J. Ruh, this medium-sized cultivar forms a dense, fast-growing mound of ovate, slightly shiny green leaves with yellow-green, slightly rippled gold margins. The leaves, measuring 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) long by 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide with nine vein pairs, are folded and wavy with flat bases and pointed tips; the undersides are very shiny.
In the Garden
Reaching 13.5 inches (34.3 cm) in height and 38 inches (96.5 cm) in diameter, 'Rutherford Birchard Hayes' performs best in partial to dappled shade, where its gold margins remain most distinct. Its vigorous growth and abundant, attractive flowers on pale green scapes 24 to 29 inches (61.0 to 73.7 cm) tall make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover in woodland gardens. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials of similar stature.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first growing season; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 13.5 in (34.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 38 in (96.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | yellow-green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath; folded, wavy, flat, pointed tip |
| Flower scape height | 24–29 in (61.0–73.7 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | vigorous growth and abundant, attractive flowers |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Bellevue’ (2013)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4898