Breathtaking Large Hybrid with Midwest Charm
Hosta 'Ahhhs' is a large-scale, breathtaking introduction from hybridizer Rob Mortko, famous for being inspired by the vast horizons of the "Land of Oz". A sport distinguished from the popular 'Tiger's Eye', this cultivar is a rare find in Canadian collections, offering a unique opportunity to add a pedigree of the American Midwest to your landscape. It is celebrated for its clean architectural lines and soothing colour palette that gracefully evolves with the season. Whether anchored as a specimen or massed together for a sea of blue-green texture, 'Ahhhs' offers a serene, high-end look that remains breathtaking from its spring appearance until the first frost.
Why It Stands Out
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Sophisticated Colour Change: Appears in spring with a rich powdery blue hue, which ripens into a deep, elegant blue-green in midsummer.
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Textured Presence: Features moderate leaf ripple that adds depth and tactile interest without appearing too "rough."
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Impressive Scale: Matures into a large 3-foot-wide mound, making it an ideal choice for filling large gaps in shade borders.
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Midsummer Lavender Display: Produces gorgeous pale lavender flowers in July that rise above the blue canopy, attracting hummingbirds to your garden.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Size |
20" tall / 36" wide (51 cm H / 91 cm W) |
| Hardiness Zone |
Canadian Zones 3–9 |
| Colour |
Blue to Blue-Green foliage; Pale Lavender flowers |
| Light Requirements |
Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Grower's Tip
To maintain the distinctive 'Kansas sky blue' of Hosta 'Ahhhs', we recommend placing it in deep or dappled shade; excessive direct light can prematurely melt the blue waxy coating, leaving the plant green. At our facility in Bécancour, QC, we pay close attention to this variety because its seasonal colour transition is very specific. We never ship 'Ahhhs' until the blue of spring is fully established and the plant shows the vigour required for our Canadian climate. This True to Type check ensures you receive a plant that truly captures the magic of the "Wizard of Oz" that we promise.
