H. ‘Blueberry Swirl’
Hosta ‘Blueberry Swirl’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Kuenster, AHS.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Kuenster, AHS |
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by R. Kuenster (AHS), Hosta 'Blueberry Swirl' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its nearly round, blue-green leaves with streaked pale yellow and greenish-white margins. The leaf blades, measuring 6 inches long and 5 inches wide, are lightly cupped and corrugated with 11 to 13 vein pairs, displaying a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath.
In the Garden
'Blueberry Swirl' reaches a mature spread of 28 inches (71.1 cm) and a height of 18 inches (45.7 cm), with an upright, moderate growth habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its compact size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded containers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and take protective measures if necessary.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | streaked pale yellow and greenish white slightly rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly cupped, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 30–34 in (76.2–86.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | good pod parent |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Chimney Rock’ (2010)
- H. ‘Clown Belly’ (2010)
- H. ‘Cosmic Flash’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #703. How we check this data.