H. ‘Snow Crust’
Hosta ‘Snow Crust’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery |
| Section class | I-4b (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by M. Zilis and T&Z Nursery, Hosta 'Snow Crust' is a giant sport known for its substantial dimensions and crisp white leaf margins. The cultivar produces medium green leaves with a 0.5-inch (1.3 cm) wide white border, creating a strong contrast against the darker blade.
In the Garden
'Snow Crust' reaches a mature diameter of 66 inches (167.6 cm) and a height of 30 inches (76.2 cm), making it suitable as a specimen plant or a bold accent in shaded borders. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the white margins remain distinct without scorching. The large, heavily textured leaves pair well with ferns, Heuchera, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its size precludes container cultivation for most settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage, particularly in damp conditions, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 66 in (167.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8.8 in (22.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Flower scape height | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Snow Crust’ as a parent:
- H. ‘All Jazzed Up’ (sport)
- H. ‘Upper Crust’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-4b, giant size):
- H. ‘Northern Halo’ (1984)
- H. ‘Standing Ovation’ (1987)
- H. ‘Northern Exposure’ (1997)
- H. ‘Parhelion’ (1997)
- H. ‘Lakeside Ring Master’ (1998)
- H. ‘American Halo’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5240. How we check this data.