HOSTA ABIQUA DRINKING GOURD / PLANTAIN LILY

HOSTA ABIQUA DRINKING GOURD / PLANTAIN LILY: Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' is a unique and eye-catching perennial known for its large, rounded, heavily textured leaves with a rich blue-green color. The leaves have a deep, ruffled appearance, creating a dramatic effect in shady gardens, borders, and containers. This Hosta variety is perfect for adding a bold and lush presence to your landscape, with its vibrant foliage providing year-round interest.

Why Choose Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd'?

Comparison: Unlike other Hostas, 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' features distinct, deeply ruffled leaves that create a more textured and dynamic look compared to other smooth-leaf varieties.
Companions: Pairs beautifully with ferns, astilbes, or other shade-loving perennials, as well as contrasting flowering plants like hostas with lighter green or white foliage.

Key Features:

Textured Blue-Green Leaves: Large, rounded leaves with a distinctive ruffled texture and blue-green color provide a bold and elegant look in shaded areas.
Shady Garden Favorite: Ideal for low-light conditions, thriving in shady or partially shaded gardens and providing a rich, cool tone to your landscape.
Low Maintenance: Very easy to grow with minimal care, and resistant to deer and rabbit browsing, making it a hardy choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Mounding Growth Habit: Forms a compact, mounding shape, perfect for filling in garden beds or acting as a ground cover.
Pollinator Friendly: While the foliage is the main attraction, the pale lavender flowers that appear in summer also attract pollinators like bees.

Specifications:

Bloom Time: Mid-summer.
Height: 30–45 cm | Spread: 60–90 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 3–9.

Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' is perfect for gardeners seeking a unique, low-maintenance perennial with dramatic, textured foliage. Its beautiful blue-green leaves and adaptability to shady spots make it a standout addition to any landscape.