H. ‘Silver Spray’
Hosta ‘Silver Spray’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Mrs. C. T. Osbourne.
| Year registered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Mrs. C. T. Osbourne |
| Section class | III-4b (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1991 by Mrs. C. T. Osbourne, Hosta 'Silver Spray' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. Its distinctive foliage consists of blue-green leaves with white margins, producing a cool, bicolored effect that persists through the growing season.
In the Garden
'Silver Spray' reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 21.5 inches (54.6 cm), making it suitable for mid-border positions in shade or partial shade. The leaves measure 8 inches (20.3 cm) long by 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide, with 11 to 13 pairs of veins; the white margins provide strong contrast against the blue-green centers. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that echo its cool tones.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Silver Spray' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 21.5 in (54.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Flower scape height | 25.5 in (64.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4b, medium size):
- H. ‘Patriot’ (1991)
- H. ‘Francee’ (1986)
- H. ‘Sugar and Cream’ (1984)
- H. ‘Lakeside Beloved’ (1999)
- H. ‘El Niño’ (2003)
- H. ‘Applause’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5163. How we check this data.