H. ‘Biggie's Breeder’

Overview

Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Biggie's Breeder' is a large cultivar of unknown parentage, with *H.* 'Biggie' as the pod parent. It is visually distinguished by its deeply corrugated, cupped leaves of blue-green with white margins, which exhibit unstable streaking in shades of yellow and creamy white, and by its heavy substance and white leaf backs.

In the Garden

'Biggie's Breeder' reaches a mature size of 30 inches (76.2 cm) in height and 28 inches (71.1 cm) in diameter, with an upright, moderate growth habit. It is best sited in partial to dappled shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, to maintain leaf color and prevent scorch. Its substantial, textured foliage pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials; it is not suited for containers due to its large size.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The heavy leaf substance offers some resistance to slugs, though standard slug control measures may still be warranted in damp conditions; deer are attracted to hostas and should be managed accordingly.