H. ‘Density’

Overview

Registered in 1990 by Fairway Enterprises, ‘Density’ is a medium-sized sport of *Hosta densa* distinguished by its blue-green foliage and substantial leaf proportions. The leaves measure 8 inches (20.3 cm) in length and 6 inches (15.2 cm) in width, with eight vein pairs and blue-green margins, forming a dense, mounded clump.

In the Garden

‘Density’ reaches a mature height of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and spreads to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shaded to partially shaded beds. Its broad, blue-green leaves pair well with finer-textured perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera* species, and it performs reliably in typical hosta-growing zones with consistent moisture.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain leaf turgor, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Like most hostas, ‘Density’ is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas with high pest pressure.