H. ‘Hunter V. Berthelot’

Overview

Registered in 2015, *Hosta* 'Hunter V. Berthelot' is a giant, fast-growing cultivar derived from *H. 'Sum and Substance'* (pod parent) with an unknown pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its very shiny, medium green leaves with heavily rippled margins, forming an upright mound of substantial proportions.

In the Garden

With a mature diameter of 48 inches (121.9 cm) and height of 25 inches (63.5 cm), 'Hunter V. Berthelot' commands significant space in the shade garden or woodland border. Its upright habit and fast growth rate make it suitable as a specimen plant or as a bold accent among ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials. The very shiny leaf surfaces reflect light effectively, brightening darker areas of the garden.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in the first year after establishment. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. While not specifically noted as resistant, the thick, rippled leaves may offer moderate resistance to slug damage; monitor in wet seasons. Perform best in typical hosta-growing zones with partial to full shade.