H. ‘Hillbilly Mountain’
Hosta ‘Hillbilly Mountain’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, *Hosta* 'Hillbilly Mountain' is a large, mound-forming cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its broad, blue-green leaves with a dull upper surface and a glaucous bloom beneath, which collectively impart a frosty, cool appearance. The plant’s common name derives from its habit of forming a green, mountain-shaped mound.
In the Garden
'Hillbilly Mountain' reaches approximately 20 inches (51 cm) in height and 62 inches (157 cm) in diameter, making it a substantial specimen for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. Its large, broadly ovate leaves with lightly wavy margins and 9 vein pairs provide strong textural contrast when paired with finer-textured perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*. It performs best in partial to full shade and is not recommended for container culture due to its size.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 62 in (157.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Leaf | slightly blue-green flat margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 18–23 in (45.7–58.4 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | deepens to medium green as season progresses |
| Notable characteristics | green mountain shaped mound, with a frosty look |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Blue Ripples’ (2009)
- H. ‘Blue Tips’ (2009)
- H. ‘Neptune’ (2006)
- H. ‘Queen of the Seas’ (2001)
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Rock’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2565