A Masterpiece of High-Contrast
A true aristocrat of the shade garden, Hosta 'Andrew' is a breathtaking sport of 'Blue Mammoth' that demands centre stage in any Canadian collection. This cultivar is renowned for its thick, heavily puckered, blue-green leaves that feature a dramatic, snowy-white centre and narrow green jetting where the two colours meet. It brings a rare architectural elegance to the landscape, forming a compact, dense mound of corrugated foliage that captures the eye from across the yard. Given its slower growth rate, it is a plant for the patient connoisseur, rewarding the gardener with a stunning, multi-toned display that remains vibrant from the first spring thaw until the first autumn frost.
Why It Stands Out
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Striking Tricolour Effect: Features deep blue-green margins, a pure white centre, and unique light green transition zones.
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Substantial Leaf Texture: The thick, puckered (seersucker) leaves offer excellent substance and natural slug resistance.
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Unique Vertical Growth: Unlike many spreading hostas, Hosta 'Andrew' has a more upright, tiered habit that showcases each leaf perfectly.
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Summer Blooms: Produces pale lavender, tubular flowers on short scapes that don't distract from the dramatic foliage.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Size |
53 cm Height / 82 cm Width |
| Hardiness Zone |
Canadian Zones 3–9 |
| Colour |
Blue-green margins with a creamy-white centre |
| Light Requirements |
Full Shade to Light Part Shade |
Grower's Tip
Because Hosta 'Andrew' has a slower growth rate and a high percentage of white in the leaf, it prefers a spot with deep, consistent shade to prevent the centres from "melting out" during a hot Quebec summer. At Hosta Choice Gardens, we take extra care with this cultivar; we wait for the foliage to fully unfurl in Bécancour to ensure the variegation is stable and the plant is robust. This True to Type verification is especially vital for a premium variety like 'Andrew', so you can be certain you are receiving a healthy, verified specimen ready to thrive in your garden.
