H. ‘American Eagle’

Overview

Registered in 1999, Hosta 'American Eagle' is a sport of H. 'Zounds' distinguished by its large, blue-green leaves with broad, golden yellow margins. The foliage exhibits a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath, with cordate leaf bases and slightly rippled margins.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a slow-growing, mounding clump reaching approximately 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter and 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, where the gold margins remain most vivid. The substantial leaf size and muted blue-green center make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens, paired with ferns or shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, it may be susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing; regular monitoring and appropriate controls are recommended.