H. ‘Blaue Venus’
Hosta ‘Blaue Venus’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. & J. Ruh.
| Year registered | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. & J. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2003 by P. & J. Ruh, this small blue-green cultivar was produced from a self-cross of the Tardiana group. Its distinctive features include a compact, low-spreading mound of ovate leaves with slightly rippled margins, dull surfaces, and prominent veining, all carried on blue-green scapes.
In the Garden
Hosta 'Blaue Venus' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 10 inches (25.4 cm) and a height of 4.25 inches (10.8 cm), forming a dense, mound-like clump with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is well-suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Its small stature makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation or as an edging plant alongside other dwarf perennials such as Heuchera or Carex.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, as blue-leaved cultivars are prone to leaf scorch in dry conditions. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring, and monitor for slug activity, which can damage the foliage. Deer may browse the leaves in some regions.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4.25 in (10.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.25 in (8.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.13 in (5.4 cm) |
| Leaf | blue green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; lightly folded, lightly wavy and lightly flat |
| Flower scape height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | dwarf size; low & spreading; good texture |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: 'Tardiana'
- Pollen parent: 'Tardiana'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Amethyst Facet’ (2003)
- H. ‘Crossroads Budgie’ (2003)
- H. ‘Fulda’ (2003)
- H. ‘Honey Hill Pinking Shears’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #551. How we check this data.