Tag Archives: Hosta of the Year

New Hostas – H. World Cup and H. First Blush

March 29, 2018 Deb Knecht

Hosta of the Year - World Cup Each year, the American Hosta Society names a hosta of the year. This isn't a popularity vote - but a vote on a variety that has shown that … Continue Reading ››

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Hosta – What’s New This Year!

February 11, 2016 Deb Knecht

My passion in the garden is my hosta. Hosta are such an easy plant to grow and are low maintenance. A shade garden plant, you love hosta because of the size, foliage, uniqueness of the leaves, and … Continue Reading ››

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Hosta Victory – Hosta of the Year – 2015

May 14, 2015 Deb Knecht

Hosta_of_the_Year--element12 — Photo courtesy Shady Oaks Nursery

The Hosta of the Year in 2015 is hosta Victory. Each year, a hosta is picked by the American Hosta Society for it's ability to do well in all areas of the country, be widely available and affordable. Hosta Victory … Continue Reading ››

Hosta, Perennials

Rainforest Sunrise Hosta

February 27, 2014 Deb Knecht

This standout little hosta makes a statement in your hosta garden. A small plant - reaching only 10 inches high by 24 inches wide, the leaves are cupped and are of heavier substance. A beautiful gold centered inside surrounded by a dark green margin it will produce near white flowers in the summer. This plant … Continue Reading ››

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Hosta ‘Sagae”

July 5, 2013 Deb Knecht

My favorite subject - hosta. Another of my favorites - 'Sagae'. A BIG hosta, will develop with age in a robust, vase shaped plant. Early in the season, the coloration looks like hosta 'June' but quickly surpasses June into attractive clump of wavy blue-green triangular shaped leaves, edged in yellow to cream. Lavender flowers … Continue Reading ››

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