H. ‘Kenny Love Blue’
Hosta ‘Kenny Love Blue’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek of the American Hosta Society, 'Kenny Love Blue' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its grayish blue-green leaf margins and blue-green scapes. The leaves are 9 inches (22.9 cm) long and 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide, with 16 to 18 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a mound 24 inches (61.0 cm) high and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 18 |
| Flower scape height | 39 in (99.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: seedling of unknown parentage
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Blue Cascade’ (2009)
- H. ‘Blue Mesa’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2991. How we check this data.