Hosta
Hosta 'Mourning Dove' PPAF
Hosta 'My Friend Nancy'
Hosta 'Nancy'

Hosta 'Neptune' PPAF
(H. Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery, Registration Pending) L This hybrid of kikutti (ozaki special streaked x 'Blue Jay') forms a low spreading mound of blue-spray leaves with a silvery-white back. A creamy-yellow margin frames the leaves. Pale lavender flowers open in August. An interesting combination of leaf-shape, color and form. (R. Benedict/N. Krul, 1991) L This seedling of 'Dorothy Benedict' and H. montana 'Chirifu' was named by the Benedicts to commemorate their friendship with Nancy Krul of Belle Gardens. The large steel-blue leaves are margined by a creamy-white edge. The lavender midsummer flowers open on 26-inch scapes. A rarely encountered hosta. (A. Tower, 2005) S-M The brilliant gold coloration of 'Nancy' adds life to the spring hosta garden like a ray of light on the woodland floor. The wavy heart-shaped leaves are heavily substanced and provide a backdrop to the lavender flowers in late July. The shiny, slightly cupped leaves are most brilliant in the spring. One of the few bright gold hostas with heavily substanced leaves in the small to medium size catagory. NEW! (H. Hansen, 2006) L Hosta 'Neptune' is the result of a 1999 cross between seedling 97-316 (Maekawa x Halcyon) and 'Salute'. It forms a medium to large upright clump of wedge-shaped blue-green leaves that are wonderfully rippled and cascade downward. Lavender flowers open during August on arching stems. A stunning specimen plant frequently commented on in the garden.
Hosta 'Night Before Christmas'

Hosta 'Nor 'easter'
Hosta 'Old Glory' PP#12,503

Hosta 'Olive Bailey Langdon'
(J. Machem, 1994) M From the same famous nursery that introduced the classic 'Patriot', comes 'Night before Christmas'. This vigorous white centered hosta rapidly forms a medium mound of wedge shaped leaves, edged by a wide dark green border. Lavender flowers grace the clump in summer. 'Night before Christmas' truly has the ability to capture your attention wherever it's placed in the landscape. NEW! (R. Sawyer, NR) M-L This sport from a seedling of 'Christmas Tree' features dark green heart-shaped leaves embellished by a creamy-white leaf center. The rich coloration is accented by secondary shades of green between the center and margins. Light lavender flowers top the clump in midsummer. For use as a specimen. (H. Hansen/Shady OaksNursery, 1999 ) M-L This wonderful sport of 'Glory' is sure to win your heart. The rapidly growing plant displays golden heart-shaped leaves with an uneven dark green edge. A lighter shade of green appears where the green and gold overlap. Prominent veins and a rippled edge to the leaves round out the attributes of this plant. Lavender flowers appear in midsummer. Spectacular! Asexual propagation without a license is prohibited. (R. O'Harra/O'Harra Hosta Society, 1999) L This spectacular Russ O'Harra hosta was named in honor of a past president of the American Hosta Society. Similar to 'Frances Williams', we recommend it as a replacement because it has more of a glaucus bloom (powder coating) on the leaf and displays its variegation color later in the season protecting it from the burning to which 'Frances Williams' is prone. Beautiful round leaves are margined with gold. Typical leaf corrugation and plant growth of H. sieboldiana 'Elegans'.

Hosta 'Oh Cindy'

Hosta 'One Man's Treasure'
Hosta 'On Stage'
Hosta 'Pandora's Box'
(H. Benedict, NR ) L One of the last of Herb Benedict's hosta introductions, 'Oh Cindy' is the stable margined form of 'Outrageous'. H. 'Oh Cindy' forms a large clump of broad green leaves with a wide, creamy-white margin. NEW! (R.H. Benedict/Solberg, 1999) M This beautiful green selection from Hosta longipes hypoglauca features shiny dark green wedge-shaped leaves displayed on red stems. The red coloration evident on both sides of the leaf petiole has become the industry standard against which red-petioled seedlings are judged. Wonderful light purple flowers add color to the autumn landscape and are carried on red stems. A gift from the late Herb Benedict to Bob Solberg, who after visiting his garden, selected a plant from a row of seedlings Herb wasn't interested in introducing. The name validates the old expression "One man's trash is another man's treasure." (P. Aden, 1986) M Spectacular! The bright yellow leaf centers with irregular green margins catch every customer's eye. 'On Stage' has the reverse variegation of H. montana 'Aureomarginata'. The yellow leaf centers turn to cream or chartreuse later in the season depending on light intensity. Lavender flowers in summer. An outstanding hosta. (H.Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery, 1996) Mini This cute little hosta is really sharp! Our 1996 registration of a 'Baby Bunting' sport has white leaf centers with a dark green margin. A lighter green area appears in the leaf where the white and green meet. Lavender flowers in early summer. Despite its diminutive size this will be a show stopper in any garden! First auctioned for $600 at the 1997 convention and now in the top 25 of the popularity poll.
Hosta 'Paradigm'
Hosta 'Patriot'
Hosta 'Paul's Glory'
Hosta 'Pewterware'
(formerly known as 'Abiqua Paradigm') (Walden West, 1999) L Another exciting Walden West (Abiqua series) introduction. This super sport of 'Abiqua Recluse' has beautiful gold leaves edged with a blue-green margin. The variegation pattern intensifies later in the spring. Lavender flowers bloom in summer. A great hosta that is compatible in any garden. 2007 American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year! (J. Machem, 1991) M This sport of 'Francee' has the same dark green centers and beautiful form but it has a much wider margin that is striking and crisp. Lavender flowers early to midsummer. Our most popular hosta! 1997 American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year! (P. Ruh/P. Hofer,1987) M A spectacular hosta with gold heart-shaped leaves bordered by a blue-green streaked margin. The center fades to white in summer. Lavender flowers bloom in early summer. One of the most exciting hostas that is sure to become a classic. 1999 American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year! (D. Dean,1999) S This fine selection from Minnesota hybridizer Don Dean, forms a nice mound of heart-shaped leaves with a wonderful soft-blue color. Lavender flowers add interest in late summer. Perfect for the front of the border or as a specimen among other shade tolerant perennials.
Hosta plantaginea
Hosta 'Popcorn'
Hosta 'Popo'
Hosta 'Prairie Sky' PP#17,309
(China species) L A hosta with flowers so beautiful it could be grown for the floral display alone. Huge flowers (the largest of any hosta) are pure white and intensely fragrant. Glossy light green foliage and rapid growth rate round out the merits of this hosta. Requires adequate light and moisture for optimal flowering. Flowers in late summer. (E. Lachman/Schmid, 1999) S 'Popcorn' is one the late Eleanor Lachman's last introductions. It produces rounded yellow leaves with a nice blue border. By midsummer the yellow fades to cream, and the clump is topped with pale lavender flowers. With maturiity the leaves develop wonderful cupping. Suitable as a specimen in the front of the border. Choice. (R. O'Harra/F. Reihl, 1993) Mini Hosta 'Popo' is Russ' charming miniature blue with tiny heart-shaped leaves. It is a fast clump forming hosta. The plant is smothered with a multitude of pale lavender flowers in early summer. Excellent in the rock garden or in the front border. (H. Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery, Registration Pending) M 'Prairie Sky' displays gently cupped-shaped leaves of a soft powdery-blue color. Pale lavender flowers top the compact clump of foliage in mid to late summer. This hybrid of 'Blue Jay' makes an excellent addition to the hosta collection.
Hosta 'Praying Hands'
Hosta 'Queen of the Seas'

Hosta 'Rainbow's End' PP#17,251

Hosta 'Rain Dancer'
(G. Williams, 1996)  S-M   The upright narrow leaves of 'Praying Hands' gives it an unusual look like no other hosta. Each green leaf is rolled and folded into a tube shape, displaying the prominent veins on the back of the leaf.  A thin white margin borders the outside edge of the leaf. Certainly a collector's hosta and for the customer in search of something unusual.  Fascinating!  (M. Seaver, 2001) L This fine hosta was the sensation of the 1997 National Hosta Convention, winning 'Best of the Show'. Introduced by legendary Hosta Hybridizer and Hosta Guru Mildred Seaver, this lovely hosta features pointed heart-shaped leaves with a piecrust margin. Pale lavender flowers top the clump in early summer. In warm southern zones the blue color fades during the second half of the growing season. We've all been anxiously waiting for this one. Here it is! (Hans Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery, 2005) S This yellow-centered sport of 'Obsession' features very thick, rubbery-like dark green leaves with a lighter central flare. The bright yellow center becomes white by summer. Large lavender flowers open in late summer on red flower scapes. With its smaller size, 'Rainbows End' is suitable for the front of the border. Asexual propagation prohibited by law. NEW! (Hans Hansen/Shady Oaks Nursery, Reg. Pending) L Hosta 'Rain Dancer' is the chartreuse-yellow margined sport of the ever popular 'Blue Umbrellas'. The margins, up to two inches, frame the large 12 inch blue-green leaves. Pale lavender flowers in early summer. A large, imposing plant for the back of the hosta border.
Hosta 'Rainforest Sunrise'
 Hosta 'Red Hot Flash'
Hosta 'Regal Splendor'
Hosta 'Reptillian'
(J. Anderson, NR) S This charming hosta is a sport of 'Maui Buttercups'. Each thick gold leaf is margined by a nice dark green edge. Pale lavender flowers top the clump in early summer. A nice addition to the hosta collection. (J. Machen, Jr., 2004) S 'Red Hot Flash' is the tetraploid form of 'Pee Dee Gold Flash'. With its wider leaf margin, the plant has greater vigor and size. Purple bell-shaped flowers top the clump of foliage in August. A nice combination of variegation and red leaf petioles and flower scapes. (Walters Gardens, 1987) L A sport of 'Krossa Regal' with creamy-white leaf margins on frosty blue leaves. This plant has an unique vase-shaped form. Orchid flowers in midsummer. 2003 American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year! (R. Sawyer, NR) M This intriguing hybrid certainly has a lot of character! 'Reptillian' is unusual in the fact that it combines puckered, semi-cupped, heavily substanced leaves with a piecrust edge. In addition, it has red leaf petioles and flower stems. The rippling, puckering and cupping effect comes with age. Light lavender flowers are borne in summer.
Hosta 'Restless Sea'
About the Hosta descriptions:
(H. Hansen, Registration Pending) S-M The gray-green leaves of 'Restless Sea' seems to be in a state of constant motion. Wedge-shaped leaves have a slightly serrated edge and undulating leaf margin, and are cupped at the leaf base. Pale lavender flowers top the upright clump of foliage in late summer. A 1999 seedling that has generated much interest over the years. Hosta descriptions include an indication of size at maturity. Mini (Mini <7 inches), S (Small-7 to 15 inches), M (Medium-15 to 22 inches), L (Large > 22 inches). These sizes are approximate and will vary with soil conditions, climate and other environmental factors. Hardy in Zones 3 to 9. The hybridizer and year of registration is also listed in the description.