H. ‘Blythe Spirit’
Hosta ‘Blythe Spirit’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Davidson & G. Schenk & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Davidson & G. Schenk & P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by R. Davidson, G. Schenk, and P. Ruh, Hosta 'Blythe Spirit' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with several undulating margins and a compact, mounded habit.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches approximately 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter and 9.5 inches (24.1 cm) in height, with leaves 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 2.75 inches (7.0 cm) wide bearing nine vein pairs. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-green hostas, and its small size makes it well-suited for rock gardens, edging, or container cultivation. Companion plants may include ferns, heucheras, or other small shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage, particularly on the tender new foliage.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | blue green several undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 14.5 in (36.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Dorset Charm’ (1990)
- H. ‘Dorset Flair’ (1990)
- H. ‘Pinky’ (1990)
- H. ‘Carl’ (1991)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #717. How we check this data.