A Celestial Sculpture for Your Azure Sanctuary
A personal favourite of Glenn and a consistent top seller for Hosta Choice Gardens, Hosta 'Awakening Angel' is widely considered one of the most stunning "blue" varieties available to Canadian gardeners. This 2005 registration by Frank Nyikos is a masterful hybrid of H. 'Mikawa-no-yuki' and H. 'Uncle John', inheriting a unique, "flat pancake" growth habit that sets it apart from traditional mounding hostas. Its standout feature is the collection of long, spear-shaped leaves that emerge in a piercing, powdery blue, creating a cool, architectural presence that commands attention in any shade garden. As the season progresses from the BC coast to the shores of Newfoundland, this variety maintains its refined structure and provides a serene, tranquil backdrop for its late-summer floral display.
Why It Stands Out
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Spear-Shaped Azure Foliage: The long, narrow leaves are held horizontally, showcasing an intense blue wax that is particularly vibrant in the spring.
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Deep Architectural Veining: Each leaf is deeply veined and slightly wavy, adding a tactile, sophisticated texture to the garden floor.
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Unique Floral Display: In late July and August, it produces dense clusters of very pale purple flowers that feature a distinct darker purple picotee edge.
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Fast-Growing Resilience: Despite its delicate appearance, this hybrid is a vigorous grower that establishes itself quickly in a variety of Canadian soil types.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Size (Height) |
38–48 cm (15–19 inches) |
| Size (Width) |
127–152 cm (50–60 inches) |
| Hardiness Zone |
Canadian Zones 3–9 |
| Colour |
Intense blue (transitions to dark green as wax thins) |
| Light Requirements |
Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Grower's Tip
To maintain that famous "Glenn's favourite" blue for as long as possible, plant this variety in a spot that avoids harsh afternoon sun, which can melt the protective waxy coating. At Hosta Choice Gardens, we take pride in our verification process; we wait for the distinct, spear-like leaves to unfurl in our Bécancour fields to ensure every plant is True to Type before shipping. Providing consistent moisture and a layer of organic mulch will support its fast growth rate and help those unique lavender-tipped flowers reach their full potential.
