H. ‘Lee Armiger’
Hosta ‘Lee Armiger’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Reath.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Reath |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by D. Reath, this small hosta forms a dense, rounded clump of intensely blue-green leaves. The foliage is nearly round, measuring 5 inches (12.7 cm) both in length and width, with margins that are a deeper, more saturated blue-green than the leaf center, creating a subtle two-tone effect.
In the Garden
Reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and spreading to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, 'Lee Armiger' is best suited for the front of a border, rock garden, or as edging along a shaded path. It performs well in partial to full shade and pairs effectively with finer-textured shade plants such as ferns, *Heuchera*, or small-leaved *Tiarella*. Its compact size also makes it suitable for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in warmer climates, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs and snails may damage the foliage, the thick, blue-green leaves are somewhat more resistant than thin-leaved cultivars; standard slug control measures are recommended in persistently damp conditions.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Edger’ (1987)
- H. ‘Blue Skies’ (1988)
- H. ‘Brother Ronald’ (1988)
- H. ‘Fragrant Blue’ (1988)
- H. ‘Halcyon’ (1988)
- H. ‘Indigo’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3337