'Silver Moon,' a stunning 2009 Hans Hansen introduction. Its thick, powder-blue leaves are backed in powdery white, forming a sizable 19" tall x 50" wide clump. In midsummer, 18" spikes of light lavender flowers attract hummingbirds.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
'Slim and Trim' (7"x16"), a rare Herb Benedict seedling of H. 'Purple Verticillated Elf'. With its small, elongated, medium-blue leaves, this plant is a vigorous grower and produces beautiful lavender flowers late in the season.
Indulge in the opulent beauty of 'Smoke Signals'. Vibrant blue-green foliage with a subtle shimmer adds depth to any garden. Spear-shaped leaves stand upright, creating a striking and elegant appearance. Delicate, lavender flowers with delicate stripes grace this plant in mid-summer. Elevate your outdoor space with this extraordinary and rare find.
'Smokey Mountains' (12"x20") is a unique and eye-catching hosta with a "bumpy" corrugation, deep cupping, and rich blue-green foliage. Developed by renowned hosta breeders Doug and Mardy Beilstein, this hybrid of 'King of Spades' stands out from the rest. Enjoy its beautiful lavender flowers in August.
Beilstein Collection
Photo courtesy of Mark Zilis
Introducing 'Sourpuss,' a fantastic sport of 'Lemon Meringue.' With a huge clump of green foliage bordered in yellow, this plant is sure to bring a pop of color to your garden. Give it morning sun, plenty of water, and fertilizer, and watch it thrive!
'Spacious Skies' (24"x48") boasts stunning blue leaves with white backs that add texture and dimension to any garden. The leaves have a strong structure and prominent veins, enhancing their overall beauty. Plus, early summer brings near-white flowers for a touch of elegance.
(H. sieboldiana X ‘One Man’s Treasure’ F2 seedling) - Medium, (14” X 32” or larger) Selected for it’s rich blue colour and nicely folded leaves, this “Longiana” may be the best and bluest of the lot. It makes a strong statement in the garden, good substance and sturdy leaves and is a great breeder. It has 3 foot scapes of light lavender flowers in mid-summer. A great hosta!
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
Expertly crafted 'Tutu' (21"x48") features a medium sized mound with heavily rippled foliage. The grey-green leaves, coated in wax, transition to medium green and are shiny by mid-summer. The rippled margin and prominent veins are accentuated by the white undersides. Enjoy pale lavender flowers in the summer.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > grey-green > green
Introducing 'Twinkle Little Star,' the compact and stunning blue hosta from Don Dean. With a small, tight mound of ruffled and cupped foliage, this plant adds a unique texture to any garden. Its intense blue colour and wavy, folded, and twisted leaves make it a standout feature. Plus, with medium lavender flowers with translucent edges in late summer, it's a must-have for any hosta lover.
Don Dean Collection
The last named cultivar in the Tini series; hybrid between a gold-sport of ‘Blue Dimples’ X ‘Shining Tot’; named for its attractively wavy, bluish green foliage; good edging plant. Pale purple flowers open on 14” scapes from late July into early August.
Part of the "Tini" series by Mark Zilis
Photo courtesy of Mark Zilis (Hybridizer)
'Valley's Vanilla Sticks' features a dense mound of attractive blue-green foliage held on purple speckled petioles. Enjoy the soft blue leaves in spring and the green colour in summer. The clump is especially stunning when purple scapes shoot out, holding the beautiful flower buds.
Seasonal leaf change: Blue-green > green
Photo courtesy of Naylor Creek Nursery
Introduce some Nordic elegance to your garden with 'Viking Ship' (33"x72). This regal plant boasts wrinkled and crumpled blue-green foliage, lightly corrugated and deeply veined. With a glaucous bloom that shimmers in the light, this upright grower is perfect for adding texture and charm to any hosta collection.
'Yankee Blue' is a stunningly vibrant blue hosta that grows vigorously to form a symmetrical, wide mound in the garden. With its elongated wedge-shaped leaves boasting wavy margins, this hosta maintains its striking blue colour throughout summer before transitioning to a lovely blue-green shade. Additionally, charming near-white flowers bloom atop the clump in midsummer.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
