H. ‘Blue Haired Lady’

Overview

Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Blue Haired Lady' is a medium-sized cultivar notable for its blue-green foliage and distinctive spider-type blooms. The plant forms a dense, mound-like clump with ovate, flat leaves that exhibit a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath, reaching 9 inches (22.9 cm) in length and 5 inches (12.7 cm) in width with 7 to 9 pairs of veins.

In the Garden

'Blue Haired Lady' reaches a mature diameter of 43 inches (109.2 cm) and a height of 14 inches (35.6 cm), with scapes rising 30 to 34 inches (76.2 to 86.4 cm) above the foliage. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its moderate growth rate makes it suitable for border plantings or as a specimen in woodland gardens. The light-colored spider flowers, borne on green scapes, provide late-season interest and contrast well with darker-leaved companions.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug activity and protect from deer browsing in areas where these pests are prevalent.