H. ‘Gullivar’
Hosta ‘Gullivar’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Section class | I-1 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 2008, 'Gullivar' is a giant hosta cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *Hosta* 'Sagae' as the pod parent. It forms a very large, upright clump with broadly ovate, corrugated leaves that have medium green margins and a very shiny upper surface, contrasting with a dull underside.
In the Garden
'Gullivar' reaches a mature diameter of 70 inches (178 cm) and a height of 35 inches (89 cm), with an upright growth habit and fast growth rate. Its substantial size and bold, corrugated foliage make it suitable as a specimen plant or as a backdrop in a mixed border. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other large perennials such as ferns or astilbes.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. 'Gullivar' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 35 in (88.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 70 in (177.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 12.5 in (31.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 15 |
| Leaf | medium green flat margins; very shiny on top; dull underneath; corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 70 in (177.8 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | large upright clump with branching scapes |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Sagae' — H. ‘Sagae’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-1, giant size):
- H. ‘Empress Wu’ (2008)
- H. ‘Humpback Whale’ (2012)
- H. ‘Komodo Dragon’ (2004)
- H. ‘Charles’ (2014)
- H. ‘Elata’ (2002)
- H. ‘Armani’ (2015)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2397