H. ‘Sam Hagerman’

Overview

Registered in 2016, *Hosta* 'Sam Hagerman' is a giant blue-green cultivar derived from *H. 'Sagae'* as the pod parent, with an unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its large, broadly ovate leaves with dark green flat margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a glaucous bloom beneath, reaching 13 inches (33 cm) in both length and width.

In the Garden

'Sam Hagerman' forms a fast-growing, mound-like clump 60 inches (152.4 cm) in diameter and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in height, making it suitable as a specimen or background plant in partial to full shade typical of hosta-growing zones. Its substantial size pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast in texture or color. The plant's rapid growth rate and large leaves make it effective for filling shaded borders or woodland gardens.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, especially in the first growing season, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. The thick, glaucous leaves show moderate slug resistance, but standard slug control measures may still be warranted in damp conditions.