H. ‘Misty Waters’
Hosta ‘Misty Waters’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Fisher & AHS.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Fisher & AHS |
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by E. Fisher and the American Hosta Society, 'Misty Waters' is a large hybrid derived from Hosta sieboldiana. It is visually distinguished by its broad, blue-green leaves with a misty, glaucous bloom and contrasting lighter margins, forming a substantial, dense mound.
In the Garden
This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains its best color. At maturity, it reaches 24 inches (61 cm) in height and spreads to 42 inches (107 cm) in diameter, making it suitable as a specimen or for the middle to back of a shaded border. It pairs well with ferns, Heuchera, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitoring and appropriate controls are recommended in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 16 |
| Flower scape height | 20–28 in (50.8–71.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. sieboldiana
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Birchwood Blue’ (1986)
- H. ‘Blue Beauty’ (1986)
- H. ‘Blue Rock’ (1986)
- H. ‘Ellen F. Weissenberger’ (1986)
- H. ‘Krinkled Joy’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3831. How we check this data.