H. ‘Ohh! Blue Beacon’

Overview

Registered in 2013, Hosta 'Ohh! Blue Beacon' is a large, vase-shaped cultivar distinguished by its intensely blue-green, broadly ovate leaves with slightly rippled margins, a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, and a lightly cupped, corrugated texture. Its parentage is unknown, but the plant is noted for its vigorous growth and strong blue coloration.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a substantial clump reaching 44 inches (112 cm) in diameter and 26 inches (66 cm) in height, with a semi-upright habit that creates a pronounced vase shape. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its large, corrugated blue leaves make it an effective specimen or accent plant in woodland borders and shaded beds. Due to its size, it is not suitable for containers and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain soil moisture, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The glaucous bloom may be susceptible to slug damage, and deer are known to browse hostas; protective measures may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.