H. ‘Brutus Buckeye’
Hosta ‘Brutus Buckeye’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. & J. Ward.
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. & J. Ward |
| Section class | I-1 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 2015 by D. and J. Ward, 'Brutus Buckeye' is a giant variegated hosta of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its large, corrugated, broadly ovate leaves with medium green margins and a dull surface on both sides.
In the Garden
'Brutus Buckeye' forms a substantial mound 28 inches (71.1 cm) tall and 60 inches (152.4 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade, as typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, or other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its large, textured foliage. Its considerable size makes it appropriate as a specimen plant or for filling larger shaded areas.
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 the foliage, so monitoring and appropriate control measures are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 28 in (71.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Leaf width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Leaf | dull on top; dull underneath; corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | large corrugated green leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-1, giant size):
- H. ‘Armani’ (2015)
- H. ‘Empress Wu’ (2008)
- H. ‘Green Dragonet’ (1999)
- H. ‘King James’ (1992)
- H. ‘Bellville Magic’ (2015)
- H. ‘Big Deal’ (2015)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #830. How we check this data.