H. ‘Still Waters’

Overview

Registered in 2010, *Hosta* 'Still Waters' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H.* 'Liberty' as the pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its broadly ovate, moderately cupped leaves of medium blue-green, which possess a notably rigid texture and dull surfaces on both sides, with slightly rippled margins.

In the Garden

'Still Waters' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height and 26 inches (66.0 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its substantial leaf texture provides good slug resistance. The plant's medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded beds, where its blue-green foliage contrasts well with golden or chartreuse companions.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While the rigid leaves offer some deterrence, monitor for slug and deer damage in susceptible gardens.