H. ‘Shadow's Web’
Hosta ‘Shadow's Web’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Malloy.
| Year registered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | A. Malloy |
| Section class | III-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.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | dull on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 18 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):
- H. ‘American Sweetheart’ (2002)
- H. ‘Avocado’ (1998)
- H. ‘Andrew’ (2006)
- H. ‘Guacamole’ (1994)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paisley Print’ (2006)
- H. ‘Vulcan’ (2007)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5068