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Really nice "newer" hosta varieties ?

6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago

I've been growing hostas for more decades than I care to remember, collecting many varieties, though finally now getting more of them the attention and siting they deserve.

Can folks please recommend some of the newer true standouts that keep their spark and good looks for the entire season, those that just make you say "WOW!", I gotta have it!

Here's a recent planting along the east side of the garage, soil has been deeply dug (as I always do!), though, all too dry here with tree root competition as well.


Comments (15)

  • 6 years ago

    They're not new, but Goodness Gracious and Emerald Charger are very eye catching.

    FrozeBudd_z3/4 thanked MadPlanter1 zone 5
  • 6 years ago

    Lovely hosta border! I think one is June and large one Winter Snow?

    I would suggest checking catalog like inthecountrygardens. They have good descriptions what is out there that is newer. Naylor does too but catalog is closed.

    FrozeBudd_z3/4 thanked lindalana 5b Chicago
  • 6 years ago
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    MadPlanter ... yes, 'Goodness Gracious' I've long been eyeing, 'Emerald Charger' I just might order up as well, it's time for a whopper hosta order, lol.

    Lindaiana, indeed it's 'June', finally am getting her to establish. I was given the one next to it and labeled as 'Fragrant Bouquet' I believe. Funny, at first this hosta was not to my liking, though has much grown on me and it lights up the bed making it POP!

    Prairiemoon2, I have another 'June' that sits sulking and will move it a bed I'm revamping. I have 'First Frost' and it has done exceedingly well and time to divide and make more!

  • 6 years ago

    FrozeBudd, your hosta selection looks perfect and balanced right now. It may be time to sit back and enjoy it. The color transitions are harmonious and the plants look healthy.

    That said, I think Brother Stefan is very pretty, as well as Beyond Glory. They are yellow-centered, similar sized, but very different in texture and overall appearance. Avocado and Stained Glass are great in my garden. World Cup has good color, substance and shape, though it may be a little slow.

    FrozeBudd_z3/4 thanked undertheoaksgardener7b
  • 6 years ago
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    I don't know how new you are thinking of, but two that were introduced in 2008 that I really love are Ripple Effect and Curly Fries. They are both small plants, but are doing really well in my garden. For a stunning tall vase-shaped hosta, I would suggest Spotlight. It's bright gold-green and loves the sun.




    FrozeBudd_z3/4 thanked loisflan
  • 6 years ago

    Royal Tiara is just stunning. Remember Me is a beautiful banana yellow in the spring, later turns to cream. Blue Jay is not that small, but is a stunning waxy blue. Ivory Queen is a beauty, if slow-growing. Those are a few which come to mind.

    FrozeBudd_z3/4 thanked Esther-B, Zone 7a
  • 6 years ago
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    Undertheoaks, I had hummed and hawed placing those varieties next to one another, they must play very well together or rub shoulders elsewhere! 'Brother Stefan' has been on my wish list for several years now and 'Beyond Glory' really calls!

    Loisfian, your two suggestions 'Ripple Effect' and 'Curly Fries are great for fronting and setting off some of the larger specimens and doesn't everyone love a good yellow such as 'Spotlight'!

    Esther-B, 'Royal Tiara' sure is a different little beauty and 'Remember Me' glows, I've seen this one at the nurseries. Gosh, 'Ivory Queen', what a gem that is!

    Have had the below hosta for a long while and given many divisions to friends !

  • 6 years ago
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    I got Beyond Glory last year and like it but too soon to tell how well it grows. I really like The King with its tall vase like ruffled leaf shape and great color transition on the edge with multiple shades. I'm not sure if I like it better in spring or summer.



    And Wave Runner with its ruffled leaves and soft light green leaves with a variety of colors in the margins.

    Had a little frost damage this year.
    So many different shades on the margins. Does best with some sun. The one leaf on the right is a different plant.
    I guess I'm just a sucker for that creamy green color.

    Also check out Bridal Falls, Angel Falls, One Last Dance, Awakening Angel, Amalia . . .1st and Ten

  • 6 years ago

    Angel Falls on the left, Bridal Falls on the right with Love Song (loooong ruffled green leaves) behind on the right and Sea Prize in the middle, Smokey Bear back left.


    Amalia - other people have better pics of it. Similar to Dancing Darling and First Dance.

    One Last Dance - the edges do go towards green later.

    1st and Ten - and any other Doug Beilstein Hosta



  • 6 years ago

    Dinner Mint, Rainbow’s End, Tea Time (essentially the reverse of June), and Virginia Reel.

  • 6 years ago

    Krossa Regal is a superb addition to any garden. Mine is only 2nd year. Paradise Joyce is lovely right I front of KR. It’s in the June family.

    I also love Dream Queen. People say it’s a slow grower, but here’s mine in third year.

    Also love Paradigm

    debra

  • 6 years ago

    I see you mentioned First Frost already. I like this hosta so much. It always looks pristine.

    Back in June:

    If someone hasnt posted LIBERTY, I give it a two thumbs up.

    Again from this past June:

  • 6 years ago

    Here’s a couple more that are beautiful all spring and summer long. I love these two!

    debr

    Blue Ivory

    Autumn Frost

  • 6 years ago

    Um, is your large hosta flowering in the picture? Or there is another behind it? FB has large near white flowers.

    There has been significant amount of new hostas bred in last 20 years and it is speeding up. It seems you can not beat what is out there and then new one shows up even more stunning. I would suggest checking with you local hosta society and going on few gardens tours. Personally I was surprised many times how nice some hostas look in person.