Hosta Hillbilly Blues 4a since the specific epithet "asaroides"

since the specific epithet "asaroides" means asarum-like

The result: a vigorous new golden "tokudama" hosta with golden foliage and fragrant flowers

but now know it to be a hybrid with that species

protected site and mulch well

to silver dollar size

Hosta Hillbilly Blues 4a since the specific epithet "asaroides"(syn: H. 91 294) Our 1999 introduction is the first hosta to combine the traits of the late flowering, deeply veined rock hosta, H. kikutii with the blue of H. sieboldiana. This new hybrid (H. 'Hirao Splendor' x H. 'Hadspen Blue') forms a stunning 3' wide rosette of deeply veined, powder blue leaves. In late summer (August and September), the clumps are topped with attractive 16" scapes of light lavender flowers. If you've been looking for a flat