H. ‘Blue Ribbon for David Lewis’

Overview

Registered in 2011, Hosta 'Blue Ribbon for David Lewis' is a large, fast-growing cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its broadly ovate, blue-green leaves with slightly rippled margins, dull surfaces, and a cordate base, forming a substantial mound up to 54 inches (137.2 cm) in diameter and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in height.

In the Garden

This hosta performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains optimal color. With a mature spread of over 4 feet (1.4 m) and a height of 28 inches (71 cm), it serves as an effective groundcover or specimen in woodland gardens and shaded borders. Its large leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials; it is not suited for container cultivation due to its size.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most large-leaved hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protection in areas where these pests are prevalent.