H. ‘Blue Diamond’

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.