H. ‘William Lachman’
Hosta ‘William Lachman’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by K. Vaughn.
| Year registered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | K. Vaughn |
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1981 by K. Vaughn, this medium-sized hosta is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with streaked margins and a prominent glaucous bloom on the upper surface. The leaf blade is notably wider than long, measuring 5 inches (12.7 cm) in length and 6.25 inches (15.9 cm) in width, with seven pairs of veins.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'William Lachman' forms a compact mound 6 inches (15.2 cm) tall and 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and small woodland perennials. The plant's modest size also suits container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through appropriate control measures.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | glaucous bloom on top |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘William Lachman’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Leading Lady’ (sport)
- H. ‘American Gladiator’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘An Old Smoothie’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Angel Feathers’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Big Top’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Changing Moods’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Chimney Rock’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crossroads Budgie’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crossroads Hurricane’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crossroads Parrot’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Crossroads Whirlpool’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Dimpled Chad’ (2001)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Amy Aden’ (1980)
- H. ‘Bravo’ (1980)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6144