H. ‘The Wind Blew’
Hosta ‘The Wind Blew’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Kuenster, AHS.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Kuenster, AHS |
| Section class | IV-2 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by R. Kuenster, *Hosta* 'The Wind Blew' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage distinguished by its blue-green, ovate leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The leaves exhibit light waviness and light corrugation, with flat margins and a tapered base.
In the Garden
'The Wind Blew' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 16.5 inches (41.9 cm) in height and 32 inches (81.3 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture given its small size. Companion plants that appreciate similar conditions include ferns, heucheras, and small woodland perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 16.5 in (41.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.25 in (10.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly wavy, lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 20–26 in (50.8–66.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-2, small size):
- H. ‘Blue Hearts’ (2010)
- H. ‘Faerie Cups’ (2010)
- H. ‘Pacific Blue Edger’ (2009)
- H. ‘Miss Linda Smith’ (2006)
- H. ‘Mr Blue’ (2005)
- H. ‘Venetian Blue’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5688