H. ‘Zager's Pride’

Overview

Registered in 1987 by H. A. Zager and P. Ruh, 'Zager's Pride' is a large hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with gold margins, the leaf color described as blue-gray chartreuse, and its substantial mature dimensions.

In the Garden

This large hosta forms a clump 34 inches (86.4 cm) in diameter and 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall, with leaves 9.5 inches (24.1 cm) long and 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide. It is suitable for partial to full shade, as typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials. Its size makes it appropriate for mid-border or as a specimen in woodland gardens, though it is not suited for small containers.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor and manage as needed. This cultivar performs reliably in typical hosta-growing zones.