H. ‘Ballroom Bubbles’

Overview

Registered in 2009, *Hosta* 'Ballroom Bubbles' is a giant cultivar derived from *Hosta* 'Sagae' (pod parent, pollen parent unknown). Its most distinctive features are the powder blue, heavily corrugated leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, which give the foliage a textured, almost bubbled appearance.

In the Garden

'Ballroom Bubbles' forms a substantial clump reaching 48 inches (122 cm) in diameter and 23 inches (58 cm) in height, with an upright growth habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for blue-leaved hostas, where the glaucous bloom is best preserved. The large, nearly round leaves with cordate bases and slightly rippled margins make this cultivar a strong specimen plant for the middle to back of a shaded border; it pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its bold texture.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick, corrugated leaves offer moderate resistance to slugs and snails, though monitoring is still advisable in damp conditions.