H. ‘Glen Eyeful Tower’
Hosta ‘Glen Eyeful Tower’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, 'Glen Eyeful Tower' is a large, upright hosta cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H. 'White Triumphator'* as the pod parent. It is visually distinguished by its substantial blue-green leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, flat margins, and light corrugation, combined with exceptionally tall scapes reaching 72 to 84 inches (182.9 to 213.4 cm).
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 48 inches (121.9 cm) and height of 36 inches (91.4 cm), this cultivar commands space in the border or as a specimen. Its notable sun tolerance allows placement in more exposed sites than typical for blue-leaved hostas, though it performs best in partial shade typical of hosta-growing zones. The tall scapes and upright habit suit it for the back of a mixed shade garden, where it pairs well with ferns or *Heuchera*.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in sunnier locations, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. While exhibiting moderate growth rate, standard slug and deer precautions are advisable for optimal leaf condition.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly cupped; lightly folded; lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 72–84 in (182.9–213.4 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | sun tolerance, size |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'White Triumphator'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Blue Ripples’ (2009)
- H. ‘Blue Tips’ (2009)
- H. ‘Neptune’ (2006)
- H. ‘Queen of the Seas’ (2001)
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Rock’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2091