H. ‘Lauman Garden Blue’
Hosta ‘Lauman Garden Blue’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Lauman.
| Year registered | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Originator | Lauman |
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2002 by originator Lauman and registrant P. Ruh, this medium-sized hosta forms a dense, mound-like clump of blue-green foliage. The leaves are ovate with cordate bases, measuring 6.25 inches (15.9 cm) long and 5.5 inches (14.0 cm) wide, with 12 prominent vein pairs, slightly rippled margins, and a dull upper surface with a glaucous bloom underneath.
In the Garden
'Lauman Garden Blue' performs best in partial to full shade, typical of blue-leaved hostas. At maturity, the plant reaches 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 25.5 inches (64.8 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate and spreading clump habit. Its compact size makes it suitable for the front of shade borders, rock gardens, or container plantings, and it pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through appropriate deterrents.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 25.5 in (64.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Leaf | medium blue green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; Lightly cupped, lightly twisted, moderately corrugated and flat |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small blue-green; spreading clump |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Blue Haired Lady’ (2004)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Crinkles’ (1999)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Delaware River’ (2005)
- H. ‘Silver Bay’ (1999)
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3313