H. ‘Bloody Mary’
Hosta ‘Bloody Mary’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. Sugita.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Originator | H. Sugita |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by Japanese breeder H. Sugita, this medium-sized cultivar combines parentage from Hosta longipes and Hosta pycnophylla. The plant is distinguished by its very shiny, medium green leaves with slightly rippled margins and a dull underside, forming a dense, mound-like habit.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 42 inches (106.7 cm) in diameter, this hosta performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for the genus. Its moderate growth rate and compact, rounded form make it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded containers. The purple scapes, which rise 22 inches (55.9 cm) above the foliage, provide vertical interest.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor accordingly in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; very shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. longipes
- Pollen parent: H. pycnophylla
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Floramora’ (2012)
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #569. How we check this data.