H. ‘Megacup’

Overview

Registered in 2000, 'Megacup' is a large hosta cultivar resulting from a cross between *H. 'Sea Prize'* and *H. 'Maekawa'*. It is visually distinctive for its very large, heavily textured blue-green leaves with dark green streaking, slightly rippled margins, a high-gloss upper surface, and a glaucous bloom beneath.

In the Garden

'Megacup' forms a substantial clump reaching 26 inches (66 cm) in diameter and 29 inches (73.7 cm) in height with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its leaf color and texture are most pronounced. The plant's large size makes it suitable as a specimen or for the middle to back of a shaded border; its substantial leaves provide strong contrast when paired with finer-textured shade perennials such as ferns or *Heuchera*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended, as both pests may damage the foliage.