H. ‘OOME’

Overview

Registered in 2009, *Hosta* 'OOME' is a large, mound-forming cultivar notable for its consistent blue-green leaf streaking, a trait that distinguishes it from its parent. The leaves are significantly thicker, larger, and bluer than those of the seed parent, with a glaucous bloom on the upper surface and a dull to slightly shiny underside.

In the Garden

'HOME' reaches a mature diameter of 42 inches (106.7 cm) and a height of 18 inches (45.7 cm), forming a dense, moderate-growing mound. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its thick, broadly ovate leaves with cordate bases and slightly rippled margins maintain their color. The plant’s substantial foliage and streaked scapes, which rise 18 to 30 inches (45.7 to 76.2 cm), make it a suitable specimen for shaded borders or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees, pairing well with ferns or astilbes.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The leaves exhibit notable slug resistance, reducing the need for pest management, though deer may still browse the foliage in typical hosta-growing zones.