H. ‘Blue Blush’
Hosta ‘Blue Blush’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith & BHHS.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Smith & BHHS |
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by E. Smith and the British Hosta and Hemerocallis Society (BHHS), 'Blue Blush' is a miniature hosta derived from the H. Tardiana Group. It is visually distinctive for its compact mound of narrow, blue-green leaves with slightly wavy margins and a subtle pale edge.
In the Garden
This miniature hosta reaches approximately 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) in height and spreads to 11 inches (27.9 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or troughs. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-leaved cultivars, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as Heuchera or ferns. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Blue Blush' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate management may be required in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Flower scape height | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Blue Blush’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blueberry Cobbler’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Connecticut River’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Extasy’ (seedling (pollen parent))
- H. ‘Tongue Twister’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ellen’ (1987)
- H. ‘Booka’ (1986)
- H. ‘Daniel’ (1986)
- H. ‘Lynne’ (1986)
- H. ‘Margie Weissenberger’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #583. How we check this data.