H. ‘Ulysses S. Grant’
Hosta ‘Ulysses S. Grant’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by H. Sugita.
| Year registered | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Originator | H. Sugita |
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 2001 by Japanese breeder H. Sugita, Hosta 'Ulysses S. Grant' is a giant blue-green cultivar of unknown parentage, distinguished by its immense upright mound and heavily textured foliage. The leaves are ovate with cordate bases, dull-surfaced both above and below, and display moderate twisting, folding, waviness, and corrugation, with slightly rippled margins and 16 prominent vein pairs.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 65 inches (165.1 cm) and a height of 35 inches (88.9 cm), making it a commanding presence in the landscape. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green coloration holds well. Given its fast growth rate and upright habit, it functions effectively as a specimen plant or as a backdrop for smaller hostas and shade perennials such as ferns or astilbes. Its large size precludes container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the substantial foliage is attractive to both pests.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 35 in (88.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 65 in (165.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 13.5 in (34.3 cm) |
| Leaf width | 11.25 in (28.6 cm) |
| Leaf | blue green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; dull underneath; moderately twisted, moderately folded, moderately wavy and moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 50 in (127.0 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | immense size, upright growth |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Elephant Ears’ (1999)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
- H. ‘Kong’ (1990)
- H. ‘Helen Doriot’ (1982)
- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ (1980)
- H. ‘Colonel Murphy’ (2001)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5877. How we check this data.