H. ‘Tucker Friendly Folk’
Hosta ‘Tucker Friendly Folk’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Stephens.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Stephens |
| Section class | I-1 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by R. Stephens, this giant variegated hosta is a hybrid of H. 'Wolcott' (pod parent) and H. montana (pollen parent). It is distinguished by its large, dark green leaves with medium undulations along the margins, a cordate base, and 14 to 15 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Tucker Friendly Folk' reaches a mature spread of 64 inches (162.6 cm) and a height of 24 inches (61.0 cm), making it suitable for use as a bold specimen or groundcover in partial to full shade. Its substantial size pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. It is not suited for container cultivation due to its giant dimensions.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. This cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protection in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 15 |
| Leaf | dark green medium undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 27 in (68.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Wolcott' — H. ‘Wolcott’
- Pollen parent: H. montana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-1, giant size):
- H. ‘Niagara Falls’ (1991)
- H. ‘King James’ (1992)
- H. ‘Green Dragonet’ (1999)
- H. ‘Empress Wu’ (2008)
- H. ‘Armani’ (2015)
- H. ‘Sea Ebony’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5828. How we check this data.