H. ‘Blue Ice’
Hosta ‘Blue Ice’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Benedict.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Benedict |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by R. Benedict, this small blue-green hosta was produced from a cross between H. 'Dorset Blue' (pod parent) and H. 'Blue Moon' (pollen parent). 'Blue Ice' is visually distinctive for its intensely blue leaf margins and cordate leaf bases, forming a compact mound of 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) long by 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) wide leaves with seven to eight vein pairs.
In the Garden
Mature plants reach approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter and 3 inches (7.6 cm) in height, with scapes rising 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6 cm) above the foliage. This small cultivar performs best in partial to full shade and is well suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Its diminutive size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants that appreciate similar conditions include small ferns, heucheras, and miniature sedges.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Blue Ice' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor regularly and employ control measures if needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Flower scape height | 2–3 in (5.1–7.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Dorset Blue' — H. ‘Dorset Blue’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Blue Moon' — H. ‘Blue Moon’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Edger’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abiqua Trumpet’ (1987)
- H. ‘Blue Line’ (1987)
- H. ‘Eric Smith’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #618. How we check this data.