INSPIRATION: Hosta Veronica Lake

The Hosta ’Veronica Lake’ (F. Riehl 93) is a kind of plant of which this particular hybrid is name Veronica Lake.

As cultivators develop new strains of plant they have the privilege of naming it. Whether the Hosta (Veronica Lake) is named from the star I’m not sure yet but it would be quite a coincidence if it wasn’t. What ever it shares her name and it therefore worthy of mention.

I believe plants can be purchased from staffordlake.co.uk.

Hebe-Veronica Lake [Shrub]

The Shrub Hebe-Veronica Lake also exists: with bright, glossy green foliage with violet midribs and markings. Flowers are violet fading to white. Very floriferous. Summer to fall bloom.

It’s a short 3 ft bush with distinctive Violet flowers.

Plant Database: Hebe-Veronica Lake.

Hosta ’Veronica Lake’ is a cultivar of Hosta, a genus of plants commonly known as hostas or plantain lilies. Hostas are popular in shaded or semi-shaded garden areas for their lush foliage and ability to thrive in lower light conditions. They are perennial plants, meaning they return year after year, and are particularly noted for their attractive leaves that come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Hostas also produce flowers on stalks that rise above the foliage, usually in shades of lavender or white, depending on the variety.

The ’Veronica Lake’ cultivar is appreciated for its unique and attractive features:

• Foliage: It is known for its beautiful, wavy-edged leaves that are a vibrant green color, often with a creamy or yellow margin. The leaves have a distinctive twist or curl, reminiscent of the hairstyle of the actress Veronica Lake, for whom the plant is named.
• Flowers: Like many hostas, ’Veronica Lake’ produces flowers in the summer. The flowers are typically lavender and appear on tall stalks, adding a vertical element to the plant’s display.
• Size and Growth Habit: This cultivar is considered a medium-sized hosta, forming a mound that can be a striking addition to shade gardens, borders, or as a specimen plant.

Care for Hosta ’Veronica Lake’, as with most hostas, includes planting in well-drained soil with some moisture retention, in shaded to partially shaded areas. They can tolerate some morning sun but should be protected from the hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch. Regular watering, especially in dryer periods, and a layer of mulch to help retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition, will contribute to the plant’s health and growth.

Hosta ’Veronica Lake’ is valued for its ornamental leaves and overall aesthetic appeal, making it a favored choice among gardeners looking to add texture and color to shaded garden spots.