Hosta 'Lakeside Black Satin' – Luxurious Dark Foliage with Satin Sheen

Hosta 'Lakeside Black Satin' drapes the shade garden in luxury with its exceptionally dark, satiny foliage. Registered in 1993 by Chastain, this medium-large cultivar brings depth and sophistication.

Botanical Profile

Family:	Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Cultivar:	'Lakeside Black Satin'
Hybridizer:	Chastain
Registration Year:	1993

Dark Satin Elegance

The broadly ovate leaves are an extraordinarily deep, dark green—almost black in certain light—with a lustrous, satiny sheen that catches and reflects light. The heavy substance enhances the satin effect. The foliage forms a dense, upright mound. In summer, pale lavender flowers contrast beautifully with the dark leaves.

Depth in Design

'Lakeside Black Satin' provides the darkest green foil in the hosta palette. Use it to create depth, contrast with gold or variegated hostas, or as a sophisticated backdrop. The satin sheen adds a dimension that matte-leaved dark hostas lack. It performs best in shade to maintain the darkest color.

Chastain's Lakeside Legacy

Chastain's Lakeside series has contributed numerous outstanding hostas. 'Black Satin' (1993) represents the pursuit of the ultimate dark green hosta—a goal achieved with remarkable success in this cultivar.