H. ‘Kayak’

Overview

Registered in 1999 by P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Kayak' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its heavily rippled, blue-green leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The leaf margins are notably undulate, and the plant produces blue-green scapes that rise above the foliage.

In the Garden

'Kayak' reaches a mature diameter of 19 inches (48.3 cm) and a height of 16 inches (40.6 cm), forming a compact, dense mound. It is suitable for partial to full shade, as typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other small shade perennials. Its small size makes it an excellent candidate for containers, rock gardens, or the front of a shaded border.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Kayak' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.