H. ‘Lilac Giant’

Overview

Registered in 1983 by K.J.W. Hensen, this large hosta cultivar arose as a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Elegans'. It is visually distinctive for its broadly cordate leaves with dull grayish-green margins and a variegated center, reaching 12 inches (30.5 cm) in length and 9 inches (22.9 cm) in width, with 12 to 13 vein pairs.

In the Garden

With a mature diameter of 30 inches (76.2 cm) and a scape height of 45 inches (114.3 cm), 'Lilac Giant' is suited to partial to full shade, where its large, textured leaves provide a bold groundcover effect. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its broad foliage. Its substantial size makes it a strong candidate for mid-border or woodland garden placement.

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 foliage; monitor regularly and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.