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.
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. ‘Abiqua Drinking Gourd’ (1989)
- H. ‘Blue June’ (1987)
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Crinkles’ (1999)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #607