H. ‘Blue Buns’

Overview

Registered in 2007, this cultivar originated from a cross between H. 'Invincible' and H. 'Hirao 59', with H. 'Big Daddy' as the pollen parent. 'Blue Buns' is visually distinctive for its deeply cupped, metallic medium blue-green leaves that are broadly ovate with cordate bases, exhibiting moderate corrugation and a slightly shiny upper surface with a very shiny underside.

In the Garden

This medium-sized hosta forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage maintains its color intensity; excessive sun may cause leaf bleaching. The substantial, deeply cupped leaves and compact habit make it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds, and it pairs well with ferns or other shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially 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, so appropriate deterrents may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.