H. ‘Grey Piecrust’
Hosta ‘Grey Piecrust’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by T. Donahue & AHS.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | T. Donahue & AHS |
| Section class | I-1 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by T. Donahue and the American Hosta Society, Hosta 'Grey Piecrust' is a giant hybrid derived from H. 'Green Piecrust'. It is visually distinctive for its large, dark green leaves with small undulating margins and variegated coloration, forming a substantial mound.
In the Garden
This giant hosta reaches 23 inches (58.4 cm) in height and 46 inches (116.8 cm) in diameter, making it a bold specimen for shaded borders or woodland gardens. It thrives in partial to full shade and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its substantial size limits its suitability for containers.
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 the foliage, so monitor regularly and take protective measures as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 23 in (58.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 46 in (116.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 16 |
| Leaf | in (0.0cm) wide; dark green small undulations margins |
| Flower scape height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Green Piecrust' — H. ‘Green Piecrust’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Grey Piecrust’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Gunsmoke’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-1, giant size):
- H. ‘Flower Power’ (1987)
- H. ‘Century One’ (1983)
- H. ‘Niagara Falls’ (1991)
- H. ‘King James’ (1992)
- H. ‘Centennial’ (1996)
- H. ‘Irish Hills’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2379