H. ‘Kiwi Blue Sunrise’
Hosta ‘Kiwi Blue Sunrise’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-5b (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 as a sport of an unidentified parent, *Hosta* 'Kiwi Blue Sunrise' is a large-sized cultivar distinguished by its medium blue-green leaves with wide, greenish-yellow margins. The foliage exhibits a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, and the leaf base is cordate.
In the Garden
'Kiwi Blue Sunrise' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 36 inches (91.9 cm) and a height of about 18 inches (45.0 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is suitable for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its substantial size makes it effective as a ground cover or accent among ferns, heucheras, or other shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17.7 in (45 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36.2 in (91.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 9.8 in (24.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 25–29 in (63.5–73.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-5b, large size):
- H. ‘Band of Gold’ (1999)
- H. ‘Arc de Triomphe’ (2000)
- H. ‘Blue River’ (1998)
- H. ‘Yellow Flash’ (1997)
- H. ‘Afternoon Delight’ (2003)
- H. ‘August Beauty’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3059