H. ‘Zager Blue’
Hosta ‘Zager Blue’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. A. Zager & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | H. A. Zager & P. Ruh |
| Section class | III-2 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by H. A. Zager and P. Ruh, 'Zager Blue' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its glossy blue-green leaves with a dull underside, a combination that creates a muted, matte appearance from below while the upper surface reflects light.
In the Garden
'Zager Blue' reaches a mature size of 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions in shade or partial shade. Its blue-green foliage pairs well with yellow-leaved hostas or ferns in woodland settings; it is not typically recommended for container culture due to its medium size.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage the leaves, though the glossy surface offers some resistance; deer are a potential threat in areas where they are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9.5 in (24.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.75 in (14.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | glossy on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-2, medium size):
- H. ‘Blue June’ (1987)
- H. ‘Linde’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abiqua Drinking Gourd’ (1989)
- H. ‘Bruce's Blue’ (1991)
- H. ‘Abiqua Blue Crinkles’ (1999)
- H. ‘Catherine Ann’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6261