H. ‘Glacier Cascade’
Hosta ‘Glacier Cascade’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Originator | M. Zilis |
| Section class | III-1 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by M. Zilis, this medium-sized hosta is a hybrid of *H. kikutii* and *H. hypoleuca*. Its blue-green leaves are distinguished by medium green, slightly rippled margins, a dull upper surface, and a glaucous bloom on the underside, with tapered leaf bases.
In the Garden
'H Glacier Cascade' reaches a mature spread of 36 inches (91.4 cm) and a height of 26 inches (66.0 cm), with an upright growth habit and moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border plantings or as a specimen in shaded beds.
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 foliage; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 26 in (66 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 14–23 in (35.6–58.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. kikutii
- Pollen parent: H. hypoleuca
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Glacier Cascade’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Orinoco Flow’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Piper Cub’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Solo Flight’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-1, medium size):
- H. ‘Old Black Magic’ (1999)
- H. ‘Morning Angel’ (2000)
- H. ‘Lucille’ (2001)
- H. ‘Akane’ (2010)
- H. ‘Free Jazz’ (2011)
- H. ‘Cherry Flip’ (2012)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2085