H. ‘Amethyst Facet’

Overview

Registered in 2003, *Hosta* 'Amethyst Facet' is a selfed seedling of *Hosta* 'Purple Verticulated Elf'. This small cultivar is distinguished by its intensely glaucous blue-green leaves, which retain a purplish cast well into October due to the heavy waxy bloom on both leaf surfaces.

In the Garden

'Purple Verticulated Elf' reaches a mature size of approximately 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter and 7 inches (18 cm) in height, with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its compact dimensions make it well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Companion plants with contrasting foliage colors, such as golden-leaved *Hakonechloa* or fine-textured ferns, help emphasize its blue cast.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, especially in warmer weather, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Like many glaucous-leaved hostas, this cultivar may be susceptible to slug damage, and standard deer deterrents are advisable in areas with heavy browsing pressure.