H. ‘Pewterware’

Overview

Registered in 1999, 'Pewterware' is a small hosta cultivar of unknown breeder origin, distinguished by its blue-green leaves with a pronounced glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The cordate leaves feature medium blue-green margins and 10 to 11 vein pairs, giving the plant a muted, metallic appearance consistent with its name.

In the Garden

'Pewterware' reaches a mature diameter of 24 inches (61.0 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its glaucous coating remains most intact. Its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, pairing well with ferns, heucheras, or small sedges.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain leaf turgor and glaucous quality; fertilize in early spring as new shoots emerge. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, though the thick leaf texture may offer slight resistance.