H. ‘Andrew Dennis’

Overview

Registered in 2010 by M. Zilis through the American Hosta Society, Hosta 'Andrew Dennis' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its ovate, blue-green leaves with a glaucous bloom and narrow, flat, golden yellow margins, combined with moderate corrugation and a lightly wavy leaf edge.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 23 inches (58.4 cm) in height and 46 inches (116.8 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue-green leaf center and gold margin contrast well. 'Andrew Dennis' pairs effectively with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or as a specimen in shaded beds, though it is not typically used in containers due to its spread.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas, particularly in shaded, moist garden areas.