H. ‘May T. Watts’
Hosta ‘May T. Watts’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery |
| Section class | I-4a (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by M. Zilis and T&Z Nursery, *Hosta* 'May T. Watts' is a giant sport of *Hosta* 'Golden Sunburst'. It is visually distinctive for its large, heavily textured green leaves with wide, yellow-white margins, forming a substantial mound.
In the Garden
'May T. Watts' reaches a mature size of 24 inches (61 cm) in height and 60 inches (152 cm) in diameter, making it suitable as a bold specimen or background plant in partial to full shade. Its large leaves and substantial presence pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. It is not suited for container cultivation due to its giant size.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most large-leaved hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 14 |
| Flower scape height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Golden Sunburst' — H. ‘Golden Sunburst’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-4a, giant size):
- H. ‘Winter Snow’ (2003)
- H. ‘Gift of Sight’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3691