H. ‘Grant Wood's Trail’
Hosta ‘Grant Wood's Trail’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-8(5b-6b) (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 as a sport of *Hosta* 'Jade Beauty', 'Grant Wood's Trail' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its medium green leaves with greenish-yellow margins that age to a lighter green than the center, creating a subtle contrast. The broadly ovate, lightly corrugated leaves measure 9 inches long by 6.5 inches wide, with 9 to 10 vein pairs and a dull upper surface.
In the Garden
This cultivar forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter and 17 inches (43.2 cm) in height, with a fast 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 fronts or woodland garden settings.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; slug control may be necessary in damp conditions, though deer are a potential pest in many areas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | medium green with .25 to .5in (0.6 to 1.3cm) wide, greenish yellow, some streaking to the middle turning green, flat margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 28–30 in (71.1–76.2 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | edge becomes more green later in the season |
| Notable characteristics | early gold edges changes to a lighter green than the center making a subtle contrast in greens |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Jade Beauty' — H. ‘Jade Beauty’
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2274