H. ‘Bellevue’
Hosta ‘Bellevue’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2013, Hosta 'Bellevue' is a medium-sized cultivar bred from the pod parent H. 'Missouri River' and the pollen parent H. 'Dewed Steel'. It is visually distinguished by its blue-green, lance-shaped leaves with dark green, slightly rippled margins, a glaucous bloom on the undersides, and red-speckled scapes combined with red petioles.
In the Garden
'Bellevue' performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and reaches a mature spread of approximately 38 inches (96.5 cm) with a height of about 18 inches (46.7 cm). Its upright growth habit and moderate leaf waviness make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens. Companion plants include ferns, Heuchera, and shade-tolerant Geranium species.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. 'Bellevue' exhibits a fast growth rate and is moderately resistant to slugs, though standard preventive measures are advisable in damp conditions.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18.375 in (46.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 38 in (96.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.675 in (11.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | dark green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 21–28 in (53.3–71.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | big hosta with red petioles and pleasing form |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Missouri River' — H. ‘Missouri River’
- Pollen parent: H. Dewed Steel'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #444. How we check this data.