H. ‘Andrew’
Hosta ‘Andrew’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-6a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2006 as a sport of Hosta 'Blue Mammoth', 'Andrew' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its broadly ovate, twisted leaves with pure white centers and medium blue-green margins. The leaf surface carries a glaucous bloom on both top and bottom, and a notable medium green zone appears where the center and margin overlap.
In the Garden
'Andrew' reaches a mature spread of 32 inches (81.3 cm) and a height of 21 inches (53.3 cm), with an upright, slow-growing habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its compact size and distinct variegation make it suitable for border fronts or container plantings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 17 |
| Leaf | glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; twisted |
| Flower scape height | 19–22 in (48.3–55.9 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | medium green area appears where the center and margin overlap |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Blue Mammoth' — H. ‘Blue Mammoth’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-6a, medium size):
- H. ‘Proud Peacock’ (2016)
- H. ‘Guacamole’ (1994)
- H. ‘Alan Titchmarsh’ (2006)
- H. ‘Dab a Green’ (2006)
- H. ‘Ice Castle’ (2006)
- H. ‘Indy Winner's Circle’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #264. How we check this data.