H. ‘Limestone Lover’

Overview

Registered in 2002, *Hosta* 'Limestone Lover' is a giant cultivar derived from *H. hypoleuca* as the pod parent, with an unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its large, broadly ovate blue-green leaves that measure up to 14 inches long and 9.5 inches wide, featuring a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath, with medium green, slightly rippled margins and a flat, wavy edge.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 36 inches and a height of 18 inches, with a fast growth rate. It is suited to partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones, where its substantial foliage provides a bold textural presence. The plant produces green scapes 19 to 24 inches tall, bearing more abundant blooms than its parent, and pairs well with ferns or other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its blue-green leaves.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage to the foliage, though the thick leaves offer some resistance.