H. ‘Evelyn McCafferty’
Hosta ‘Evelyn McCafferty’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by A. Arett.
| Year registered | 1975 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | A. Arett |
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1975 by A. Arett, 'Evelyn McCafferty' is a giant blue-green hosta of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive feature is the combination of very large, nearly round leaves—each reaching 12 inches in both length and width—with blue-green margins and 11 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a substantial clump 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height, with scapes rising 18 inches (45.7 cm). As a giant hosta, it requires ample space and performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage holds color well. It is suitable as a specimen plant or as a bold accent in shaded borders and woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the large leaves are attractive to both pests.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ (1980)
- H. ‘Helen Doriot’ (1982)
- H. ‘Kong’ (1990)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
- H. ‘Blue Lace’ (1977)
- H. ‘Great Lakes’ (1973)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1676. How we check this data.