H. ‘Grizzly Bear’
Hosta ‘Grizzly Bear’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 from unknown parentage, 'Grizzly Bear' is a large, upright hosta distinguished by its broad, long heart-shaped leaves with medium green, slightly rippled margins. The leaves are broadly ovate with flat bases, lightly cupped, and exhibit a slight shine on both surfaces, with 10 to 11 vein pairs per leaf.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature spread of 50 inches (127 cm) and a height of 23 inches (58.4 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its upright habit and long, reaching leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. It is not recommended for container cultivation due to its large size.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. Typical hosta-growing zones apply; slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed as needed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 23 in (58.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 50 in (127 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.75 in (19.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly cupped |
| Seasonal colour change | gets deeper green as season progresses |
| Notable characteristics | long heart shaped leaves which seemingly reach out |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Aphrodite’ (2009)
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
- H. ‘Academy Nightfall’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2384. How we check this data.