H. ‘Buffy’

Overview

Registered in 1986 by H. Weissenberger, 'Buffy' is a small hosta cultivar derived from hybrid parentage. Its leaves are green with a heavy blue bloom, producing a distinctive blue-green appearance, and are edged with green margins.

In the Garden

'Buffy' reaches a mature size of 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its compact habit also suits trough gardens or small woodland settings.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Buffy' may be susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing in typical hosta-growing zones.