H. ‘Blue Saucers’
Hosta ‘Blue Saucers’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by L. Powell.
| Year registered | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | L. Powell |
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1977 by L. Powell, this large blue-green hosta resulted from a cross between H. 'Elegans' (pod parent) and H. 'Frances Williams' (pollen parent). 'Blue Saucers' is distinguished by its broad, cordate-based leaves with blue margins and prominent veining, forming a substantial mound.
In the Garden
'Blue Saucers' reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and height of 36 inches (91.4 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its large, textured leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Not recommended for container culture due to its size.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Elegans'
- Pollen parent: H. 'Frances Williams' — H. ‘Frances Williams’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Tiers’ (1976)
- H. ‘Blue Velvet’ (1976)
- H. ‘Blue Whirls’ (1978)
- H. ‘True Blue’ (1978)
- H. ‘Lake Louise’ (1975)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #667. How we check this data.