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Sum and Substance

X - Large

Mature Clump
36" high x 60" wide

Pale Lavender Flowers

AHGA Hosta of the Year 2004

Alex Summers Distinguished
Merit Award 1990

President's Exhibitor Trophy
1987

Eunice Fisher Award 1984
Best Green Leaf Hosta
AHS Registration: Paul Aden 1980.

Origin: Unknown

Growth Rate: Good.

Sun Tolerance: Morning sun tolerant.

Comments: Huge mound of chartreuse foliage.  The largest hosta cultivar with
leaves up to 3 feet wide (largest specimen recorded is 48" x 114"). Thick
substance and slug resistant.  Plan ahead when planting for a massive plant.
Main sources for Hosta information are:
The Hosta Handbook by Mark Zilis.  Copyright 2000.
The Color Encyclopedia of Hostas by Diana Grenfell and Michael Shadrack.  Copyright 2004.