H. ‘Kiss Me Farewell’

Overview

Registered in 2016, *Hosta* 'Kiss Me Farewell' is a large-sized cultivar resulting from a cross between *H.* 'Delta Dawn' (pod parent) and *H.* 'Sum and Substance' (pollen parent). The plant is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with golden yellow, slightly rippled margins, a glaucous bloom on the undersides, and prominent veins that contribute to a lightly wavy overall leaf texture.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a mound-like clump reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, with leaf dimensions of 12 inches (30.5 cm) long and 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for blue-green hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its large size makes it inappropriate for small containers; companion plants include ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials with contrasting foliage textures.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. This cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, requiring protective measures in areas where these pests are prevalent.