H. ‘Krossa Broad Band’

Overview

Registered in 1991 by G. Krossa and P. Ruh, 'Krossa Broad Band' is a medium-sized hosta distinguished by its dark blue-green leaves with broad, chartreuse margins. The leaf blades measure 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) long by 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) wide, with ten vein pairs, and the margins range from 0.25 to 0.5 inches (0.6 to 1.3 cm) in width. The parentage is unknown.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a dense, rounded clump reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in partial to full shade. The scape height is recorded as 24 inches (61.0 cm), though the upper measurement is absent from registry data. It pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials, and its medium stature allows use in mixed container plantings.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer exposures, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.