H. ‘Little Blue’
Hosta ‘Little Blue’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by L. Englerth.
| Year registered | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | L. Englerth |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1976 by L. Englerth, 'Little Blue' is a medium-sized hosta of unknown parentage. Its distinctive variegated foliage features dark green margins surrounding a lighter blue-green leaf center, with six pairs of veins per leaf.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a compact, mounding clump reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height and 22 inches (55.9 cm) in diameter at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for border fronts, rock gardens, or as a low groundcover. Its moderate size makes it appropriate for container culture, and it pairs effectively with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods to maintain consistent soil moisture, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Little Blue' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor for leaf damage and apply controls as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Green Furrows’ (1981)
- H. ‘Sea Octopus’ (1981)
- H. ‘Black Hills’ (1983)
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3427