Hosta Of The Year Collection (AHS- 2014)
Discover the beauty of 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd,' a large blue-green hosta renowned for its heavily corrugated, twisted leaves that hold water after a rain. Resistant to slugs, this plant produces elegant white blooms in late summer. Named after a creek in Oregon, it is a cross between 'Tokudama' and sieboldiana.
Seasonal leaf change: blue>blue-green
Mature height: 24" (61.0 cm)
Mature spread: 46" (116.8 cm)
AHS Classification by mature height: Large
Hybridizer: Walden West ®1989
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Experience the beauty of the Kansas prairie sky with our 'Ahhhs' (20"x36")! This sport of 'Eye of the Tiger' boasts a rich blue color and moderate corrugation, making it a standout addition to any garden. Pale lavender flowers in July add the perfect touch to this stunning plant from the Land of Oz. Not seen in any Canadian collection.
Seasonal leaf change: blue>blue-green
Mature height: 20" (50.8 cm)
Mature spread: 36" (91.4 cm)
AHS Classification by mature height: Large
Hybridizer: Mortko
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Meet 'Awakening Angel,' the perfect addition to any garden. Its vibrant blue, spear-shaped leaves create a dense and full clump, while its pale lavender flowers add a delicate touch in late summer. This fast-growing hybrid is sure to bring a touch of serenity to your outdoor space.
'Azuretini' is a small, semi-upright mound of rippled, ovate leaves with red dotted petioles. They have a slightly glaucous top and moderately glaucous bottom. From mid-August to October, it produces tubular flowers. This cultivar is a hybrid of H. 'Blue Dimples' and H. 'Shining Tot', growing to 10" in height and 22" in width.
Experience the beauty of 'Barbara May.' Its bright blue colour, white wax coating, and ruffled margins make it a standout in any garden. With strong veins and great substance, this hosta maintains its blue hue all season long. Don't miss the light lavender flowers it produces in July and August. A selection from Bob Solberg of Green Hill Farm in North Carolina. Rare selection. Get yours today!
'Becky's Choice' is a medium-sized plant, featuring rich and powdery blue foliage with a beautiful undulating form. With better than average substance, this plant is topped with delicate pale lavender flowers.
'Benedict Blue Eyes' is a Tardiana-type hosta with beautiful blue-green foliage and thick substance. This medium-sized plant, 11 to 18 inches high, is one of many non-registered cultivars from Dr. Ralph Benedict of Michigan. The heart-shaped, cupped leaves are also moderately corrugated, making it a stunning addition to any garden. Very rare and our plant was purchased at an AHS annual auction for over $100 USD.
'Blue Angel' (32"x70") is a stunning hosta with gigantic, heart-shaped leaves that are slug resistant and have a heavy substance. The upright petioles hold the leaves horizontally before gracefully cascading, creating a beautiful foliage mound. In midsummer, light lavender flowers adorn the 48" scapes.
Photo provided by Walters Gardens, Inc.
'Blue Arrow' (16"x46") features thick glossy blue pointed leaves that create a striking clump. Its thick clusters of white flowers add a standout touch to any garden. This low-maintenance hosta adds beauty without the hassle.
Discover the beauty and intrigue of 'Blue Cascade' (15"H) Hosta. Its intense blue leaves, twisted edges, and spotted maroon petiole create a sense of tension and drama. This white-backed form maintains its bold colour all summer, adding eye-catching texture to your garden. A unique combination of Hosta longipes and 'Elvis Lives'.
'Blue Jewel' (12"x26") - a very rare Benedict plant with a stunning powder blue colour and deep veining. Its heavy substance ensures a long-lasting beautiful appearance, even late into the fall. From Herb's breeding program, this top-notch blue is a must-have for collectors looking for a unique addition to their garden.
Blue Jewel's listing on the Hosta Library reads:
"'Blue Jewel' is one of the more rare of the Benedict blues. It isn't around very much at all and we don't know if any nursery is offering it. It is a really top-notch blue from Herb's breeding program and a nice rarity for the collector."
Photo courtesy Bert Malkus
'Blue Moon' is a small, slow-growing Tardiana hosta with thick, dark blue-green foliage. It matures to a height of 10 inches and 26 inches wide, producing beautiful white flowers in July-August. Developed by English hosta expert Eric Smith.
'Blue Ridge' is a large, sturdy, and upright hosta (28"x66"). Its striking blue-green leaves make a stately addition to any garden and it can withstand the summer heat. In July, it produces near-white flowers on straight scapes.
A medium hosta expertly bred by D. Van Eechaute, 'Blue Skin' boasts striking blue leaves on purple petioles, providing a pop of color in shaded areas. With a medium height of 14-16" and a medium growth rate, it's perfect for adding contrast to gardens. Beautiful lavender flowers add to the appeal.
Add a pop of color to your garden with 'Blue Sophistication' (16"x42")! This blue-green hosta boasts narrow, blue foliage and eye-catching lavender flowers. Rapidly growing and low-maintenance, it's perfect for containers or as a ground cover. Introduced in 2000, it's a playful twist on Mary Chastain's 'Lakeside Sophistication.'
Introducing 'Blue Tooth,' a medium-sized cultivar with "powder blue" foliage. Bred by Dr. Doug and Mardy Beilstein of Ohio in 2011, this hybrid of H. 'June' × H. 'Azure Snow' features distinctive lanceolate leaves and medium-lavender tubular flowers that bloom from mid-August into September. Compact and versatile, this plant is perfect for any garden.
Introducing the 'Blue Troll' - a hybrid plant developed by the late Bob Savory. With its 15"x33" size, this plant boasts rounded, thick, and satiny blue leaves. You'll love the pops of pale lavender flowers in late spring. A true standout in any garden!
'Blueberry Muffin' is a top-notch choice for any garden. This vigorous variety boasts large, blue, puckered leaves with unique patterns. As the season progresses, the foliage transforms to a beautiful green shade. Delicate mauve speckles adorn the petioles, while lovely lavender flowers bloom in early summer.
As a tetraploid sport of the beloved H. 'Halcyon,' 'Bulletproof' (16"x36") showcases extremely thick blue leaves that maintain their stunning colour all season long, especially when not exposed to direct sunlight. This tough hosta is a force to be reckoned with, promising to resist slugs and snails. Enjoy the bonus of lavender flowers that bloom mid-summer.
Experience the magic of 'Cerulean Magic!' This tall, upright mound boasts corrugated blue foliage that remains frosty and vibrant well into summer. As it matures, the corrugation becomes more pronounced. Delicate lavender flowers on short scapes add the perfect finishing touch.
Experience the stunning beauty of 'Country Dreaming, a deep, rich blue with exceptional colour-holding power. This 2013 registered plant from Don Dean is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your garden. Plants offered are divisions from Originator stock.
Don Dean Collection
Experience the beauty of 'Deep Waters,' a large and upright clump of deep blue foliage that is both cupped and heavily corrugated. This big blue hosta, introduced by Don Dean, boasts stunning lavender flowers for added elegance. Enhance your garden with this exceptional plant.
Don Dean Collection
Tony Avent Collection
Get your hands on 'Dixie Cups', with a nice mound of cupped and corrugated blue-green leaves! These leaves emerge powdery blue in the spring, but as the glaucous coating fades, they become shiny and vibrant. Plus, enjoy tightly stacked lavender flowers in the late summer. Quirky and fun, just like your garden!
'Frisian Misty Sky' from Bate Aukema's popular series of hostas. This sleek beauty features soft purple petioles and uniquely colored foliage in silvery blue-gray. Its broad, wavy leaves and sharp points add visual interest to any garden. Enjoy lovely lavender flowers in late summer.
Tony Avent Collection
Hosta 'Gotta Little Blues' is a fast-multiplying dwarf Hosta that thrives in hot and humid conditions. Its 10" tall and 30" wide clump features corrugated, powder-blue leaves, providing a stunning addition to any garden. Its origins are from Hosta sieboldiana making it a reliable and resilient choice for any gardening enthusiast.
'Gray Wolf' O/S is a large cultivar with striking features. Its round and heavily corrugated foliage has a slight blue-green hue with a glaucous bloom on top. This plant, registered in 2013 by expert growers Monty and Julie Carlson, stands 30 inches high and 60 inches wide, and produces beautiful tubular flowers from mid-July to August.
1- (2 eye) division available for Spring 2025 shipping.
Picture courtesy of Monty and Julie Carlson
Developed by the late Jane Diesen, this medium-sized hosta features heart-shaped, wavy leaves that transition from blue-green to a stunning purple blush in the spring. Its strong color lasts throughout the summer, and delicate lavender flowers bloom in mid-summer.
Photo courtesy of Jane Diesen (Hybridizer)
'Jet Black' is an incredible hosta with vibrant blue foliage covered with white wax. As the season progresses, the leaves transition to a deep, rich color, almost black. This hosta is a true standout in any garden with vigorous growth and beautiful white flowers in mid-summer.
Elevate your hosta garden with 'Kempen Sky High'! This open-pollinated seedling of H. Tequila Sunrise boasts eye-catching blue-green foliage that folds inward and stands tall. Bring unique texture to your garden with this vigorous grower.
Get ready to take on 'Kiwi Blue Baby'! This self-pollinated seedling of H. 'Halcyon' is part of the adventurous Kiwi Series from New Zealand. Its cupped, corrugated leaves form a small but mighty mound, while its pale lavender flowers bloom boldly in July. Take a risk and add this 8" high beauty to your garden!
Picture courtesy Naylor Creek
'Lakeside Blue Jeans'- a remarkable hosta with intense blue-green foliage and a sturdy, upright growth habit. Brought to you by Mary Chastain, this variety boasts pointy, cupped, and corrugated leaves that are sure to make a statement. Don't miss the abundance of white flowers that bloom in June: a rare find and one of Mary's best introductions.
Experience the intense beauty of 'Majordomo' from Emile & Jane Deckert of Maryland. The 17" x 52" foliage starts as a vibrant metallic blue, transforming to a rich, shiny dark green. With good substance, slight ripples, and purple-dotted petioles, this plant is a stunning addition to any garden. Delicate near-white flowers emerge in early August on 19" scapes.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green > green
Photo courtesy E. & J. Deckert (Hybridizers)
Experience the remarkable performance of 'Memphis Blue O/S,' an original cross of H. 'Sagae' and H. 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' by Olga Petryszyn. This fast-growing hosta boasts a stunning blue hue that lasts even during hot weather. The underside offers a very pale blue glaucous coating. With its robust texture and resistance to slugs, this hosta is a must-have for any garden and spreads to a minimum of 3 feet.
The divisions offered are from our Originator Stock plant purchased jointly by Hosta Choice Gardens and another grower for $625 USD at the 2013 AHS Convention in Milwaukee. At the time, it was the only division Olga had taken from her Originator plant. Plants currently being offered by other nurseries are tissue culture stock that have been produced after our 2013 purchase.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green
Photo courtesy of Olga Petryszyn (Hybridizer)
'Miss Linda Smith' boasts a rare, grayish foliage color with strong petioles and purple hues throughout the leaves. Originator Arthur Wrede of Joppa, Maryland considers this 16"x30" introduction his best. Experience the unique beauty and statement-making impact of a blue-green plant with striking white backs.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green > green
One (1) "Originator Stock" division (2 eye) available in Spring 2025
Experience the exquisite beauty of 'Montreal Blue Ice Storm.' This Van Wade seedling boasts an impressive semi-upright mound of thick, blue-green foliage, with generously sized leaves of 16 inches long and 13 3/4 inches wide. Delight in its broad ovate shape and moderate corrugation, made even more luxurious by the exclusive 'Montreal Blue Ice Storm' name.
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Morocco Blue, standing tall at 13 inches (estimated). This wonderful medium-sized blue boasts exceptional colour retention in the morning sun. A true gardener's dream, it effortlessly thrives and flourishes.
'Mystic Star' boasts a compact 10"x 20" size, with striking blue-green leaves that transition to a waxy blue hue. Its thick, heart-shaped foliage is both visually appealing and resistant to slugs. This plant produces beautiful pale lavender flowers in late summer on 20" scapes.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
Get lost in Nancy Gill's oversized beauty (26"x 58"). This majestic leaf boasts a unique blue-green hue and a sturdy, rounded shape with stunning white undersides. The tall, red petioles add a touch of boldness to this extraordinary foliage. You'll be sure to turn heads with this statement piece.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
Discover the unique and captivating world of 'Neat and Tidy' (19"x49"). This large and upright plant boasts uncommon dark blue-green leaves, each with its own distinctive shape and size. The crinkled, puckered, and cupped leaves come together to form a beautiful mound accented by delicate white flowers. A must-have for any avid gardener.
Seasonal leaf change: gray-blue > blue-green > dark green
'Neptune' (24"x47") - the perfect blend of H. 'Maekawa' and H. 'Halcyon,' resulting in large, ovate-shaped blue-green leaves. With its impressive 39" scapes and gorgeous pale lavender flowers, this hybrid will make a statement in any garden. Enjoy its blooms from early August into early September.
Neptune has been recognized by the American Hosta Growers Association as the 2023 " Hosta Of The Year" (HOTY), a testament to its exceptional quality and beauty.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
'Nordatlantik' is a beautiful hosta variety with round, blue leaves. This 'Tardiana' type is perfect for shady areas and grows to a height of 15 inches. Its lavender flowers and average growth make it a must-have for any garden—scarce selection and offered for the first time since we acquired the hosta.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
'Paradise Sandstorm' is a stunning addition to any garden with its heart-shaped blue-green leaves that transform to a unique yellowish-white in some sunlight. A sport of 'Paradise Joyce,' this plant is a true standout. Add a touch of paradise to your outdoor space with this 16" tall beauty.
Photo courtesy Kees Henzen
Unleash your garden's playful charm with 'Peek-a-Boo Purple'! This unique blue-green hosta boasts wavy, lance-shaped leaves on a sturdy, upright mound. Stand back and admire the gorgeous contrast between the burgundy petiole and the vibrant foliage.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green
Don Dean Collection
Get the perfect touch of elegance with 'Plum Delicious' (16"x24"). The heart-shaped, blue leaves feature delicate white veins and a subtle gray hue. Inheriting thick leaves and red legs from its popular parent hosta H. 'Plum Pudding,' this hosta is calm and graceful. Elevate your garden with 'Plum Delicious.'
Get ready to set sail with 'Rowan My Boat'! With waxy, puckered blue leaves folded like petite kayaks, this medium to large plant will make a playful addition to your garden. Named after Doug Beilstein's grandson, this hosta will surely be a treasure in any spot.
Beilstein Collection
Photo courtesy Naylor Creek Nursery
'Sahara Nights' (15"H) boasts stunning and unique bluish-green leaves with ruffled edges and a matt finish. With its upright clump and strong, robust structure, this plant offers beauty and durability. In midsummer, this variety is adorned with lovely lavender flowers. A must-have for any garden!
Seasonal leaf change: blue > bluish-green
Photo courtesy Graham Raw
Enjoy the bold blue of 'Sapphire Pillows,' a stunning hosta from Don Dean. Its heavily corrugated leaves have a slight cupping at the mid-rib and tip, ensuring a unique texture. Keep out of direct sunlight for vibrant blue colour late into the season. Adorned with lavender flowers in summer. Plants offered are growing in a 4" container.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
Don Dean Collection
