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
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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.