H. ‘Blue Diamond’
Hosta ‘Blue Diamond’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith & BHHS.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Smith & BHHS |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by E. Smith and the BHHS, Hosta 'Blue Diamond' is a medium-sized cultivar from the Tardiana Group, distinguished by its blue-green leaves with narrow, pale margins. The foliage measures 7.5 inches (19.1 cm) in length and 4.75 inches (12.1 cm) in width, with ten vein pairs, forming a compact mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 17 inches (43.2 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'Blue Diamond' performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green coloration is most pronounced. With a mature spread of roughly 17 inches (43.2 cm), it suits the front of borders, rock gardens, or as a groundcover in shaded areas. Its medium size and tidy habit also make it appropriate for container cultivation. Companion plants include ferns, Heuchera, and 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. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.75 in (12.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Blue Diamond’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Blue June’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Jay’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Dimples’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #598. How we check this data.