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Giant 'Gigantosaurus' Hosta

Hosta hybrid

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Overview

Giant 'Gigantosaurus' Hosta, or Hosta hybrid, is a dramatic mounded perennial with huge blue-green leaves edged in wavy yellow that mature to creamy white, plus pale lavender early-summer flowers. It grows 30-32 inches tall and spreads 72-78 inches wide. Best in part shade to shade with moist, well-drained soil and average water. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.

Water Medium
Giant 'Gigantosaurus' Hosta (Hosta hybrid) — is a dramatic mounded perennial with huge blue-green leaves edged in wavy yellow that mature to creamy white

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
2.5–2.6666667 Ft.
Mature width
6–6.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Liliaceae

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Giant 'Gigantosaurus' Hosta (Hosta hybrid) — is a dramatic mounded perennial with huge blue-green leaves edged in wavy yellow that mature to creamy white

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

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