H. ‘Romaine’

Overview

Registered in 2011, *Hosta* 'Romaine' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, noted for its distinctive blue-green foliage that resembles a head of romaine lettuce in both texture and form. The leaves are broadly ovate with cordate bases, moderately corrugated, and feature dull upper surfaces with slightly shiny, glaucous undersides.

In the Garden

'Romaine' forms an upright clump reaching 24 inches (61.0 cm) in height and 33 inches (83.8 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 that contrast with its blue-green foliage. Its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Romaine' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor for these pests in moist conditions.