H. ‘Silver Dust’
Hosta ‘Silver Dust’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1995 by P. Ruh, *Hosta* 'Silver Dust' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its medium blue-green leaves with smooth margins, a glaucous bloom on the upper surface, and a slightly shiny underside, with cordate leaf bases and 12 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature size of 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and 21 inches (53.3 cm) in diameter, with a semi-upright habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for most hostas, and pairs well with other shade-tolerant perennials such as ferns, heucheras, and astilbes. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded containers.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | medium blue green smooth margins; glaucous bloom on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Crinkles’ (1999)
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
- H. ‘Silver Bay’ (1999)
- H. ‘Abiqua Drinking Gourd’ (1989)
- H. ‘Blue June’ (1987)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5150