Product Description
Regal Splendor' Hosta (Walters Gardens 1987)(25) Bare Root Plants
Large.
Frosty blue leaves with variable creamy white to creamy yellow margins.
Mature size - 38 inches wide by 36 inch height, upright.
Light lavender flowers.
sport of KROSSA REGAL.
Hosta of the Year 2003.
Tall upright clump of large blue leaves; margin varies in color and width.
Excellent specimen clump.
Regal Splendor' is indeed a regal and popular hosta variety! Here is a breakdown of what makes it so admired:
Appearance:
- Stately leaves: 'Regal Splendor' boasts large, heart-shaped leaves with a distinctive, frosty blue-green color. Each leaf is edged with a creamy yellow margin that gradually lightens to a creamy white as the plant matures. This creates a striking contrast and adds to its elegant appearance.
- Upright and vase-shaped: It has an upright, vase-shaped growth habit, forming a substantial mound of foliage. This makes it a great choice for adding vertical interest to the garden.
- Lavender flowers: In mid to late summer, 'Regal Splendor' produces tall, slender stalks that rise above the foliage, bearing clusters of pale lavender, bell-shaped flowers.
Growing Conditions:
- Shade lover: Like most hostas, 'Regal Splendor' thrives in partial to full shade. It is ideal for woodland gardens, shady borders, or areas under trees.
- Moisture and rich soil: It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Hardiness: This cultivar is hardy in USDA zones 3-8, making it adaptable to a wide range of climates.
Uses:
- Specimen plant: Its striking foliage and upright form make it a great choice for a focal point in a shade garden.
- Background plant: It can also be used as a background plant in borders or beds, providing a beautiful backdrop for other shade-loving plants.
- Container gardening: It can be grown in large containers, adding a touch of elegance to patios or decks.
- Mass plantings: 'Regal Splendor' looks stunning when planted in groups or massed together, creating a lush and textured ground cover.
Benefits:
- Eye-catching foliage: The frosty blue-green leaves with creamy margins provide a beautiful display throughout the growing season.
- Upright form: Its upright growth habit adds vertical interest to the garden.
- Relatively low maintenance: Once established, it requires minimal care.
- Deer resistant: Deer tend to avoid hostas.
Things to keep in mind:
- Slugs and snails: Hostas are susceptible to slugs and snails, which can damage the leaves. Take measures to control these pests if they become a problem.
- Division: You can divide clumps every few years to prevent overcrowding and promote vigorous growth.
Overall, Hosta 'Regal Splendor' is a beautiful and reliable perennial that will add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your shade garden. It is a popular choice among hosta enthusiasts for its striking foliage, upright form, and ease of care.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
