H. ‘Honey Hill Bubble Up’

Overview

Registered in 2003 by an unnamed hybridizer, 'Honey Hill Bubble Up' is a medium-sized hosta notable for its nearly round, blue-green leaves with lightly corrugated texture and curled-down margins. The cultivar produces a dense, mound-like habit reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 42 inches (106.7 cm) in diameter, with dark green foliage that carries a glaucous bloom on the undersides.

In the Garden

'Honey Hill Bubble Up' performs best in partial to full shade, as typical for blue-green hostas, where its rounded, rugose leaves develop optimal color and substance. At medium size with moderate growth rate, it suits mid-border positions, woodland gardens, or shaded foundation plantings, pairing well with ferns, heucheras, and shade-tolerant groundcovers. Its compact mound and distinctive leaf form also make it suitable for container culture in shaded patio settings.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during establishment and throughout the growing season, applying a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.