A Shimmering Sapphire Lancet for the Tidy Border
Masterfully selected by Steve Watson, Hosta 'Brentwood Blues' is a stunning sport of the popular Hosta 'Rhythm and Blues'. This petite cultivar is a hallmark of refined variegation, packing high-contrast drama into a compact, 51 cm wide mound. Whether tucked into a shaded rockery in the BC interior or bordering a pathway in the Maritimes, its tidy habit and crisp lines provide an architectural standout that holds its composure through our diverse Canadian micro-climates.
Why It Stands Out
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Crisp Luminous Margins: The small, ovate leaves are framed by a pure white border that remains flat and clean, providing a brilliant halo effect against the darker foliage.
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Cool Blue-Green Core: The heart of each leaf displays a sophisticated medium blue-green tone, further enhanced by a glaucous, waxy bloom on both the top and undersides.
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Refined Leaf Architecture: With 6 to 7 prominent vein pairs and a lightly folded, wavy texture, the foliage offers a sense of fluid motion despite its small stature.
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Lavender Summer Sparkle: In midsummer, 36 cm green scapes rise above the mound to display medium lavender, tubular flowers, adding a soft vertical element to this blue-and-white jewel.
Technical Specs
| Feature |
Specification |
| Size (H × W) |
20.3 cm × 50.8 cm (8″ × 20″) |
| Hardiness Zone |
Canadian Zones 3–9 |
| Colour |
Blue-green with pure white margins |
| Light Requirements |
Partial to full shade |
Grower's Tip
To keep the pure white margins from scorching during a dry Canadian August, ensure this variety receives consistent moisture and protection from the harsh midday sun. We take our True to Type commitment seriously — we wait until those signature white-edged, blue-green leaves emerge in our Bécancour trial beds to verify the 'Rhythm and Blues' parentage before we ever consider a division ready for your garden.
