Hosta 'Bridegroom'
H. Benedict, H. Gowen 90
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Shop Available HostaItem #: 1654
Zones: 3a to 9b
Dormancy: Winter
Height: 10" tall
Origin: Hybrid
Hosta 'Bridegroom' is one of the truly unique selections in the history of hosta breeding. The late Herb Benedict's hybrid (Hosta 'Holly's Honey' x self) has green Hosta ventricosa-like leaves that fold up like a boat sail near the tip with a twist near the end. Herb named Hosta 'Bridegroom' for this leaf characteristic which reminded him of a groom on his wedding night...I'm not making this up! These bizarre leaves adorn the 15" diameter clump. The large, Hosta ventricosa-like, sterile purple flowers appear in mid-June (NC).
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Other Attributes
Genus: Hosta
Flower Color: Purple/Lavender
Bloom Time: Summer
Container Role: Fillers
Garden Themes: Cottage Garden Plants
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