H. ‘Blue Lagoon’
Hosta ‘Blue Lagoon’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by F. Brownell Woodroffe.
| Year registered | 1972 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | F. Brownell Woodroffe |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1972 by F. Brownell Woodroffe, this medium-sized cultivar is a hybrid of Hosta 'Tokudama'. It is distinguished by its blue-green foliage with blue-gray margins and prominently veined leaves, forming a dense, rounded clump.
In the Garden
'Blue Lagoon' performs best in partial to full shade, reaching a mature size of approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter. Its compact habit suits it for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Companion plants include ferns, Heuchera, and Tiarella.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed. This cultivar is hardy in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Tokudama'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Troll’ (1973)
- H. ‘Loving Cup’ (1970)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #626. How we check this data.