H. ‘Koneko’

Overview

Registered in 1999, *Hosta* 'Koneko' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its blue-green foliage with a glaucous bloom on the undersides and slightly rippled, streaked leaf margins. The leaves are broadly ovate with rounded bases, measuring 8.25 inches (21.0 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, and exhibit a slight sheen on the upper surface.

In the Garden

'Koneko' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 19 inches (48.3 cm) in height and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its glaucous foliage retains its color. The scapes rise 26 to 29 inches (66.0 to 73.7 cm) above the foliage. This cultivar is well-suited for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover in mass plantings; its medium size makes it appropriate for mixed perennial beds but not for small containers.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, 'Koneko' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage in garden settings.