H. ‘Robin's Pride’

Overview

Registered in 2000, *Hosta* 'Robin's Pride' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its intensely blue-green, slightly rippled foliage and a compact, mound-like habit. The leaves, measuring 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, feature a cordate base, 16 vein pairs, and a slightly shiny upper surface with a dull underside.

In the Garden

'Robin's Pride' forms a dense mound 24 inches (61.0 cm) tall and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter, with a slow growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green coloration is most pronounced. The plant's medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded beds; it pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials. Its scapes, reaching 18 to 24 inches (45.7 to 61.0 cm) in height, bear blue-green stems that complement the foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Robin's Pride' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.