H. ‘Dragon's Blood’
Hosta ‘Dragon's Blood’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. Sugita & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Originator | H. Sugita & P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1998 by H. Sugita and P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Dragon's Blood' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a cross between *H. longipes* and *H. pycnophylla*. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with heavy, medium-green rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a glaucous bloom on the underside.
In the Garden
'Dragon's Blood' forms a mound-like clump reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its medium size and cordate leaves make it a good companion for ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | medium green heavy ripples margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. longipes
- Pollen parent: H. pycnophylla
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1510