H. ‘Shadow's Web’

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Hosta ‘Shadow's Web’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Malloy.

Year registered2000
RegistrantA. Malloy
Section classIII-6a (Medium)

Overview

Registered in 2000 by A. Malloy, Hosta 'Shadow's Web' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. Its distinctive feature is a blue-green leaf with a broad gold margin, creating a pronounced contrast between the darker center and lighter edge.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or as a specimen in shaded beds.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through appropriate barriers or deterrents.

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Size and leaf

Clump height12 in (30.5 cm)
Clump width20 in (50.8 cm)
Leaf length6 in (15.2 cm)
Leaf width5 in (12.7 cm)
Vein pairs11
Leafdull on top; dull underneath
Flower scape height18 in (45.7 cm)

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #5068. How we check this data.