Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' *AS OF 9/10/24 PLANTS IN THIS CROP ARE SHIPPED PARTIALLY TRIMMED. PLANTS ARE WELL ROOTED. 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd' is a very unique hosta. The thick, seer suckered blue leaves are deeply cupped. Award winning. Slug resistant. A classic that has stood the test of time and is still much in demand. No collection would be complete without this fun blue hosta. (Walden-West 1987) Each year the American Hosta Growers Association selects 'the best of the best', and honors one variety as "Hosta of the Year". These special selections are acknowledged for being unique, easy to grow and loved by many. These plants are usually the cornerstones of most hosta collector's gardens making these selections a good choice for beginning collectors and gardeners alike. DESIGNER HOSTA: This variety joins a select few other hostas in the exclusive "Designer" category. This plant has distinctive garden presence and exemplary landscape performance. The foliage is of good substance and demonstrates superior resistance to garden pests. This plant grows well in all parts of the country. A premium plant that looks great all season long! This hosta is a winner of the prestigious "Popularity Poll" from the American Hosta Society. This variety has been named one of the very favorites of all hostas by the majority of the AHS members in an annual poll. Basically, this plant is "loved by all". An excellent choice for your garden. MATURE HEIGHT: 24". MATURE SPREAD: 46". HARDINESS ZONES: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9. FLOWER: White, early season. SUN EXPOSURE: Part sun to shade. SIZE SHIPPED: 2.5" pot. Shipped well rooted and potted. Hostas, also known as Plantain Lily, are hardy garden perennials (they come back every year). Our plants are professionally grown and are guaranteed free from disease, including 'Hosta Virus X'. If you want the best you have come to the right place!