H. ‘Savannah’
Hosta ‘Savannah’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & N. Suggs.
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Originator | M. Zilis & N. Suggs |
| Section class | II-4b (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by M. Zilis and N. Suggs, 'Savannah' is a large sport of a seedling of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its dark green leaves with broad, creamy white margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a very shiny underside.
In the Garden
'Savannah' forms a substantial mound 25 inches (63.5 cm) tall and 60 inches (152.4 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the middle to back of a border or as a specimen plant. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its large, variegated foliage provides strong contrast when paired with ferns, heucheras, or fine-textured grasses. The green scapes, reaching 24 to 36 inches (61.0 to 91.4 cm), bear lavender flowers in midsummer.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Savannah' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; regular monitoring and control measures may be necessary in affected gardens.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 25 in (63.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 24–36 in (61.0–91.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. a seedling of unknown parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Savannah’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Savannah Emerald’ (sport)
- H. ‘Savannah Supreme’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-4b, large size):
- H. ‘Blazing Saddles’ (2000)
- H. ‘Earth Angel’ (2002)
- H. ‘Amazing Matthew’ (2003)
- H. ‘Splendid Sarah’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lakeside Prophecy Fulfilled’ (2006)
- H. ‘Border Street’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4959