H. ‘Osprey’

Overview

Registered in 1988 by BHHS, *Hosta* 'Osprey' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from the Tardiana Group. Its visual distinction lies in blue-green leaves with a prominent margin, though specific leaf dimensions are not recorded in the registry.

In the Garden

As a medium hosta, 'Osprey' reaches a mature spread of approximately 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) with a similar height, forming a dense mound of foliage. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the blue-green leaf color remains most stable, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings, though it is not typically recommended for container culture.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain soil moisture, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Osprey' is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.