Overview
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hosta, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hosta 'Grand Canyon' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hosta, known for its deciduous, simple leaves that can be ovate or lanceolate. This cultivar thrives in partial or full shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and benefits from shelter against cold, drying winds. Suitable for city gardens, courtyards, and containers, 'Grand Canyon' offers seasonal interest in spring and summer with its attractive foliage and nodding, funnel- or bell-shaped flowers borne on erect racemes.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hosta
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hosta 'Grand Canyon'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in late summer or early spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails; plants in pots may be affected by vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hosta 'Grand Canyon'?
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hosta 'Grand Canyon' need?
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hosta 'Grand Canyon' hardy in the UK?
Hosta 'Grand Canyon' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hosta 'Grand Canyon'?
Propagate by division in late summer or early spring.
More in the Hosta genus
- Hostaplantain lily
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- Hosta 'Blue Haired Lady'
- Hosta 'Celestial'
- Hosta 'China' (_plantaginea_)
- Hosta 'Crimson Desire'
- Hosta 'Abiqua Delight' (v)
- Hosta 'Abraham Lincoln'