Hosta Abiqua Drinking Gourd

Abiqua Drinking Gourd Plantain Lily

A spectacular variety known for its unique cup-shaped foliage. Its thick, deep blue-green leaves have a slightly wavy, leathery texture, making them slug resistant. In summer, it produces flower spikes of delicate, pale lavender flowers, adding a subtle splash of colour to the garden. This Hosta is ideal for shady borders, woodland gardens or as an accent plant. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not overly so. Remove dead leaves in the fall to maintain a neat appearance and prevent disease. This Hosta is hardy and tolerates harsh winters well. A layer of organic mulch around the base of the plant in the fall helps protect the roots and conserve moisture.

Size

Height: 40-50cm Lenght: 100cm

Exposure

Partial shade

Zone

4

Soil

Moist, well drained

Flowering period

July-August