H. ‘Sky Kissed’

Overview

Registered in 1991 by L. Powell, this large blue-green hosta is distinguished by its broad, cupped leaves with blue-gray margins and prominent veining. The cultivar name 'Sky Kissed' references the soft, muted coloration of the foliage.

In the Garden

'Sky Kissed' forms a substantial mound reaching 19 inches (48.3 cm) in height and 57 inches (144.8 cm) in diameter, making it suitable as a specimen or background plant in shaded borders. It performs best in partial to full shade with consistent moisture, pairing well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The large leaves provide textural contrast against finer-foliaged plants.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most large-leaved hostas, 'Sky Kissed' is susceptible to slug damage and may require protection in damp conditions; deer browsing is also a potential concern in typical hosta-growing zones.