Hosta Grand Slam 4b The 3' wide clumps are

The 3' wide clumps are topped with medium-lavender flowers in early summer

similar to Helleborus 'Wester Flisk'

We think everyone should have an abundance of maidens throughout their garden

Although Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus can grow in part shade

Hosta Grand Slam 4b The 3' wide clumps areThis introduction from the late Herb Benedict and his friend Hideko Gowen is probably a hybrid with H. pycnophylla or a similar species. The 2' diameter clump is composed of leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. With age, each leaf is edged with very dramatic waving. In early fall, the clump is topped with 20" spikes of lavender flowers. At least this one won't have an asterisk in the record books for "substance" abuse.