H. ‘Bodacious Blue’

Overview

Registered in 1999 by G. R. Goodwin, 'Bodacious Blue' is a giant blue-green hosta derived from *Hosta sieboldiana* as the pod parent, with an unknown pollen parent. It is distinguished by its exceptionally large, heavily textured leaves with a dull, medium blue-green surface and cordate base, forming a substantial mound.

In the Garden

'Bodacious Blue' reaches a mature spread of approximately 80 inches (203 cm) and a height of 32 inches (81 cm), with scapes rising to 48 inches (122 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is well-suited as a specimen plant or in mass plantings in larger garden spaces. Its giant size makes it inappropriate for containers; companion plants should be shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its blue-green foliage, such as ferns or yellow-leaved hostas.

Care Notes

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