H. ‘Polly Bishop’

Overview

Registered in 1977 by K. Vaughn, 'Polly Bishop' is a giant hosta derived from self-pollinated seed of *Hosta* 'Frances Williams'. It is distinguished by its large, blue-green leaves with blue margins and a prominent glaucous bloom on the upper surface.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and spreads to 30 inches (76.2 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its substantial leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The scapes rise 22 to 26 inches (55.9 to 66.0 cm) above the foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. As with most large-leaved hostas, slug and deer damage may occur in typical hosta-growing zones.