Product Description
Hosta 'Touch of Class' (H.Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery 1999) (20)ct Flat
- A sport of 'June'; tetraploid
- Intense blue leaves are set off by the striking chartreuse to yellow center and green jetting between the center and the margin
- Leaves are of exceptionally heavy substance and are held more upright than 'June'
- Lavender flowers appear on 22" scapes in midsummer
Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc.
Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit -- 2012
American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award Honorable Mention -- 2008
American Hosta Society Benedict Garden Performance Award of Merit -- 2009
Height: 16 Inches
Spread: 24 Inches
Scape Height: 24 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Variegated
Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting
Hosta 'Touch of Class' is a refined and elegant hosta cultivar that adds a touch of sophistication to shade gardens. It is a sport of the popular Hosta 'June' and boasts thicker leaves, a more upright habit, and a brighter variegation pattern. Here is a closer look at its classy characteristics:
Appearance:
- Blue Leaves with Gold Centers: 'Touch of Class' forms an upright mound of thick, intense blue leaves with striking chartreuse to yellow centers. The leaves are heart-shaped and have a heavy substance, providing good slug resistance. The variegation pattern is further enhanced by green jetting between the center and the margin, creating a beautiful contrast.
- Lavender Flowers: In midsummer, it produces lavender flowers on 22-inch scapes (stalks) that rise above the foliage.
- Upright Habit: It has a more upright habit compared to its parent, Hosta 'June', typically reaching about 16 inches tall and 24 inches wide.
Growing Conditions:
- Shade: Thrives in partial shade to full shade. It prefers some shade during the hottest part of the day to prevent the leaves from scorching.
- Moist Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, making it a versatile choice for many gardeners.
Care:
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
- Mulching: Mulching around the plant helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Dividing: Divide clumps every few years in spring or fall to maintain vigor.
Uses:
- Shade Gardens: Adds a bright and colorful accent to shade gardens.
- Borders: Can be used as a border plant or edging for pathways.
- Containers: Its relatively compact size makes it suitable for containers on shaded patios or balconies.
- Specimen Plant: Its unique foliage makes it a great choice for a specimen plant in a small garden or a special spot in the landscape.
Additional Information:
- Slug Resistance: It exhibits good resistance to slugs due to its thick, heavy leaves.
- Parentage: It is a sport of Hosta 'June', inheriting its attractive blue margins and adding a brighter, more defined yellow center.
- Award Winner: It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
If you are looking for a hosta with beautiful blue foliage, a vibrant variegation pattern, and a classy, upright habit, Hosta 'Touch of Class' is an excellent choice. It is a refined and elegant addition to any shade garden.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
