H. ‘Blazing Saddles’

Overview

Registered in 2000, *Hosta* 'Blazing Saddles' is a large, mound-forming cultivar derived from a *H.* 'Beatrice' seedling as pod parent and *H.* 'Blue Umbrellas' as pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its broad, blue-green leaves with wide, creamy white margins and a glaucous bloom on the upper surface.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a substantial mound reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 44 inches (111.8 cm) in diameter, with individual leaves measuring 9 inches (22.9 cm) long and 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue-green leaf centers contrast well with the white margins. Suitable companions include ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its large size makes it appropriate for mid-border or as a specimen in woodland gardens.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the foliage.