H. ‘Restless Sea’
Hosta ‘Restless Sea’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2006, *Hosta* 'Restless Sea' is a medium-sized hybrid derived from *Hosta* 'Salute'. The cultivar is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with undulating, serrated margins, a cupped base, and a twisted tip, creating a textured, restless appearance.
In the Garden
'Restless Sea' reaches a mature diameter of 32 inches (81.3 cm) and a height of 17 inches (43.2 cm), with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded containers.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formulation; monitor for slug and deer damage, which can affect the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | blue-grey/green serrated, undulating margin margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; cupped, folded, twisted tip |
| Flower scape height | 18–24 in (45.7–61.0 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | green in summer |
| Notable characteristics | combination of undulating leaf margin with serrated edge, cupped leaf base, and often a twist to leaf tip |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Salute' — H. ‘Salute’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Delaware River’ (2005)
- H. ‘Blue Haired Lady’ (2004)
- H. ‘Purple Rain’ (2008)
- H. ‘Blue Cascade’ (2009)
- H. ‘Canadian Blue’ (2009)
- H. ‘Lederhosen’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4641