H. ‘Huron’

Overview

Registered in 2007, *Hosta* 'Huron' is a giant cultivar of unknown parentage distinguished by its intensely blue-green, broadly ovate leaves with a heavy glaucous bloom on both surfaces, lightly wavy margins, and moderate corrugation. The leaves are notably large, reaching 15 inches in length and 10.5 inches in width, with 13 to 15 vein pairs and a cordate base.

In the Garden

'Huron' forms a slow-growing, mound-like clump that reaches 44 inches in diameter and 16 inches in height at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its glaucous bloom remains most pronounced. The substantial leaf substance and heavy puckering make it a strong textural presence in woodland borders or as a specimen plant; companion plants should be selected to contrast with its broad, blue-green foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick leaves offer good slug resistance, though standard slug control measures are advisable in damp conditions; deer may browse the foliage.