H. ‘Warwick Comet’

Overview

Registered in 1999, *Hosta* 'Warwick Comet' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from a cross between a variegated form of *H.* 'Christmas Tree' (pod parent) and *H.* 'Dorset Blue' (pollen parent). The plant is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with pure white margins, a color pattern that reverses the typical arrangement found in many variegated hostas.

In the Garden

'Warwick Comet' reaches a mature diameter of approximately 30 inches (76.2 cm) and a height of 16 inches (40.6 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and is suitable for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or as a specimen in mixed containers. The white margins provide contrast against darker-leaved companions such as ferns or *Heuchera* cultivars.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in 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; protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.