Variety traits

Hosta glaucous bloom

Hosta Tratt.

The waxy bloom in hostas is a qualitative varietal trait that determines the blue or glaucous leaf tint and serves a protective function against transpiration.

In the reference 7 varieties crop Hosta, where this is mentioned in the description.

The waxy bloom on hosta leaves serves as a visual marker that divides varieties into blue, which possess a pronounced layer, and glossy, in which this layer is virtually absent. The trait is evaluated exclusively by descriptive method, as there are no unified quantitative standards established for it.

Physically, the wax layer is highly unstable to external influences. Under the influence of intense solar radiation, the bloom degrades, which is why blue varieties often turn green by mid-season. Furthermore, the waxy layer is easily damaged by mechanical impacts, precipitation, and hail, which requires placing varieties in locations protected from direct rays to maintain their ornamental appearance.

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Hosta Tratt. · Hosta

Alieksieienko Oksana Volodymyrivna, Vol`s`ka IUliana Oleksandrivna,

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