Hosta Goliath

Goliath Hosta

Hosta ‘Goliath’ — a very large perennial hosta with a broad, arching mound form, grown for its massive blue-green foliage and bold texture in shade gardens. The thick, heavily veined leaves are broad, heart-shaped, and slightly cupped, creating a dramatic coarse-textured clump that becomes especially impressive with age. Pale lavender flowers rise above the foliage in mid to late summer on tall scapes, attracting hummingbirds.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: Width: 60–72 in | Height: 30–36 in (up to 48 in in flower)
USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Soil / Water: Rich, well-drained soil; evenly moist conditions preferred
Wildlife: Hummingbirds

Features & Landscape Uses:



Massive blue-green foliage creates bold focal impact 🌿



Excellent specimen for woodland borders and large shade beds



Thick leaves offer some slug resistance



Strong architectural presence with age



Care:
Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive soil and protect from harsh afternoon sun. Water during dry periods, especially in summer. Divide only when needed, as large clumps improve with maturity.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

30-36''

Width

60-72"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Broad, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No