H. ‘Blue Shadows’

Overview

Registered in 1980 by K. Anderson, this medium-sized hosta is a sport of a select form, distinguished by its blue-green leaves with gold margins. The foliage is dull, with a cordate base, and each leaf measures 7 inches (17.8 cm) long by 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, featuring 13 vein pairs.

In the Garden

'Hosta 'Blue Shadows' reaches a mature diameter of 24 inches (61.0 cm) and a height of 14 inches (35.6 cm), with scapes extending 18 inches (45.7 cm) high. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue-green centers and gold margins remain most pronounced. This cultivar pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials, and its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland gardens.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods, applying fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it is susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.