H. ‘Dune Boy’

Overview

Registered in 2009, 'Dune Boy' is a giant hosta cultivar resulting from a cross between (*H. 'Elatior'* × *H. 'High Noon'*) and *H. 'Niagara Falls'*. It is visually distinctive for its very large, broadly ovate leaves with light greenish yellow, slightly rippled margins, a moderately corrugated surface, and a slight twist and fold at the sides and tip.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a fast-growing, mound-like clump reaching 28 inches (71.1 cm) in height and 50 inches (127.0 cm) in diameter. It is best suited to partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and performs well as a bold specimen or in mixed shade borders. Its substantial size makes it unsuitable for containers; companion plants should be chosen to complement its large, green-with-gold-margined foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended, as both pests may damage the foliage.