H. ‘Blue for You’
Hosta ‘Blue for You’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. & D. Benedict.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | H. & D. Benedict |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by H. & D. Benedict, this self-pollinated seedling of Hosta 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' produces a medium-sized clump of heavily textured, blue-green foliage. The leaves are distinguished by their cordate base, dark blue-green margins, and substantial dimensions of 8 inches (20.3 cm) long by 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide, with 12 vein pairs.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a dense mound reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 31 inches (78.7 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. Its blue-green foliage pairs well with yellow or chartreuse-leaved companions such as Hosta 'Sum and Substance' or Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'. The plant's moderate size also suits container culture in shaded patio settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer climates, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as shoots emerge. Like most blue-leaved hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, though its thick leaves offer moderate resistance.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 31 in (78.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' — H. ‘Tokudama Aureonebulosa’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' — H. ‘Tokudama Aureonebulosa’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
- H. ‘Eireann’ (1991)
- H. ‘No Frills’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #607. How we check this data.