H. ‘OHS Love in the Mist’
Hosta ‘OHS Love in the Mist’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by V. Hildebrandt.
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Originator | V. Hildebrandt |
| Section class | II-6a (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2008 by V. Hildebrandt, this cultivar is a sport of Hosta 'Love Pat'. It is visually distinctive for its large, blue-green leaves with white margins and a white-misted center that creates a variegated effect across the leaf blade.
In the Garden
Hosta 'OHS Love in the Mist' is suited to partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its color holds best. Mature plants reach large size, with leaves measuring 9 inches (22.9 cm) both in length and width. It pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials that contrast with its broad, rounded foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | white misted center on blue leaf |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Love Pat' — H. ‘Love Pat’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-6a, large size):
- H. ‘Stained Glass’ (1999)
- H. ‘Night Shift’ (1991)
- H. ‘Fire Dancer’ (2008)
- H. ‘Hearts on Fire’ (2008)
- H. ‘Abiqua Kaleidoscope’ (2009)
- H. ‘Beauty Queen’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4113. How we check this data.