H. ‘Lady in Blue’

Overview

Registered in 2012, 'Lady in Blue' is a medium-sized hosta of unknown parentage, with *Hosta* 'Midnight Hour' as the pod parent. The cultivar is visually distinctive for its intensely blue-green, nearly round leaves with slightly rippled margins, a moderately cupped form, and a pronounced cobbled texture on both surfaces.

In the Garden

'Lady in Blue' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of blue-leaved hostas, where the leaf color holds best. The compact medium size suits it for the front of a shaded border, as a specimen in a woodland garden, or in containers. Companion plants might include ferns, *Heuchera*, or other shade-tolerant perennials with contrasting leaf shapes.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Lady in Blue' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.