H. ‘Curlew’
Hosta ‘Curlew’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Smith & BHHS.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Smith & BHHS |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by E. Smith and the British Hosta and Hemerocallis Society, 'Curlew' is a small hosta derived from the H. Tardiana Group. Its distinctive blue-green leaves, each bearing nine vein pairs and a narrow, lighter margin, form a compact, dense mound.
In the Garden
With a mature diameter of 21 inches (53.3 cm) and height of 10 inches (25.4 cm), 'Curlew' is well-suited for the front of a border, rock garden, or container. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, where its blue-green foliage retains its color. The relatively low scape, reaching up to 22 inches (55.9 cm), carries pale lavender flowers in midsummer. Companion plants that appreciate similar conditions include ferns, Heuchera, and small Carex species.
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, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Flower scape height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. Tardiana Group
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Belle’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Danube’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Brother Ronald’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1303. How we check this data.