H. ‘Flapjack’
Hosta ‘Flapjack’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | II-4b (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek, this large cultivar resulted from a cross between Hosta 'Christmas Tree' and Hosta 'Donahue Piecrust'. It is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with white, rippled margins and a notable glaucous bloom on the undersides, features that prompted its original designation as 'Pancakes' before the name was changed to 'Flapjack'.
In the Garden
'Flapjack' forms a substantial clump reaching 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 43 inches (109.2 cm) in diameter, with a semi-upright growth habit. The ovate, cordate-based leaves measure 11 inches (27.9 cm) long by 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide and are moderately corrugated, with dull upper surfaces. This cultivar performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and its large size makes it suitable as a specimen or in the middle to back of a shaded border. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many large-leaved hostas, it may be susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 43 in (109.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf | green white, rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; moderately corrugated |
| Notable characteristics | previously known as 'Pancakes' |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Christmas Tree' — H. ‘Christmas Tree’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Donahue Piecrust' — H. ‘Donahue Piecrust’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-4b, large size):
- H. ‘Lakeside Prophecy Fulfilled’ (2006)
- H. ‘Splendid Sarah’ (2005)
- H. ‘Flemish Angel’ (2009)
- H. ‘Foxfire Night Skye’ (2009)
- H. ‘Je me souviens’ (2009)
- H. ‘Lady Amy’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1797. How we check this data.