H. ‘Crystal Glaze’

Overview

Registered in 2000 by B. Banyai, this large hosta cultivar is a hybrid of *Hosta montana*. It is visually distinguished by its variegated foliage, which features green margins surrounding a lighter center, and its substantial mound-forming habit.

In the Garden

'Hosta Crystal Glaze' forms a slow-growing mound reaching 24 inches (61 cm) in height and 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter. It is suitable for partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its large size makes it appropriate for mid-border or as a specimen plant in woodland gardens.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage.