Varieties / Hosta
H. ‘Behemoth’
Hosta ‘Behemoth’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Savory.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Savory |
| Section class | I-1 |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by R. Savory, 'Behemoth' is a giant variegated hosta derived from a hybrid of *Hosta montana*. It is visually distinctive for its large, bright green leaf margins and substantial overall dimensions, reaching 48 inches (121.9 cm) in diameter and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in height.
In the Garden
'Behemoth' is best suited to partial to full shade, where its substantial foliage can develop without scorching. With a mature spread of 4 feet (121.9 cm) and height of 3 feet (91.4 cm), it functions as a bold specimen or background plant in woodland gardens and large borders. Its giant size makes it unsuitable for container cultivation; companion plants should be shade-tolerant perennials such as ferns or astilbes that can hold their own against its broad leaves.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage; monitor regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Registration data: AHS Registry #436