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.
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. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Brother Ronald’ (1988)
- H. ‘Fragrant Blue’ (1988)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Edger’ (1987)
- H. ‘Indigo’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1303