HVX virus warning for all hosta purchasers

15 years ago

While I'm not here to specifically name any nurseries, I will say to anyone out there purchasing hostas in New Berlin, be on the lookout for HVX virus. There is a reputable nursery selling hostas, field grown, with HVX virus. I took them back and they gave me a full refund, but as I perused the rest of the stock, there were some hostas that were questionable. The hostas I returned were Paradigm, and had very obvious tissue collapse (when I purchased I could only see eyes and hadn't attempted to plant until I returned from vacation at which point HVX was visible on the outgrowth).

You don't want to bring this virus into your garden as it stays in your soil. I wouldn't purchase hostas from them again.

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tsugajunkie z5 SE WI ♱
15 years ago
Thanks, Kim. I sent you an email.

tj
Kelly83
15 years ago
I'm new to gardening, had purchased a couple hostas as well a few other plants from a nursery in New Berlin.... Could you tell me which nursery??
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tamy
15 years ago
Is the nursery you are referring to "Shady Lanes Nursery"? If so, I am sooo sad. I was there the last time 2 yrs ago and pointed out the virus to an employee. She couldnt have cared less. I asked that she let somebody in charge know, but I wasnt optimistic. I was rather persistant and made it clear that this virus was a big deal. Years ago when it was owned by its previous owner, this NEVER would have been ignored... they have a very good selection, but I saw it on several different hosta when I was there last.... I am glad I havent wasted my time to drive that far again since they obviously dont care....very sad....PS they sell at the Brookfield Farmers Market...buyer beware. Im sorry if naming them seems harsh, but hosta growers know what a big deal it is to bring this virus home. Shady Lanes charges way too much to not have this matter to them....Unfortunately, I think you have a better chance of bringing home a healthy plant from walmart or home depot....=(