H. ‘Blazer’

Overview

Registered in 2005, *Hosta* 'Blazer' is a small-sized cultivar derived from a seedling of *Hosta* 'Galaxy' with an unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its bright blue-green leaves with wide, pale yellow margins and red petioles.

In the Garden

'Hosta' forms a mound 11 inches (27.9 cm) high and 23 inches (58.4 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where the leaf color remains truest. Its compact size makes it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or containers, and it pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain consistent soil moisture, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.