H. ‘Grecian Gold’
Hosta ‘Grecian Gold’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Stephens.
| Year registered | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Stephens |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1990 by R. Stephens, this medium-sized hosta cultivar is a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Sunshine Sister'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with pale greenish-yellow margins, a color pattern that reverses the typical gold-centered, green-margined form found in many hostas.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Grecian Gold' forms a clump 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter and 15 inches (38.1 cm) tall, with leaves 8 inches (20.3 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or shaded rock gardens.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Sunshine Sister'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Fried Bananas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2301