H. ‘Great Caesar's Ghost’

Overview

Registered in 2002 by an unknown hybridizer, *Hosta* 'Great Caesar's Ghost' is a large cultivar distinguished by its medium blue-green leaves with a pronounced glaucous bloom on both surfaces. The foliage exhibits slightly rippled margins, moderate folding, and moderate waviness, contributing to a textured appearance.

In the Garden

'Great Caesar's Ghost' reaches a mature spread of 34 inches (86.4 cm) and a height of 17 inches (43.2 cm), with scapes rising 24 to 36 inches (61.0 to 91.4 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and its upright, moderate growth habit makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in woodland gardens. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and shade-tolerant grasses.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent; the glaucous bloom may offer slight resistance to slug damage but is not a guarantee.