Also known as : H. 'Ahhahabah'.
Van Wade Collection
Introducing H. 'Ah-Ha-Ha-Bah' (16"H), part of Van Wade's exclusive American Indian Tribes collection. Admire its deep blue-green, heavily corrugated, and cupped leaves while enjoying the pale-purple flowers that bloom in late June. Named after the Navajo word for Cora, this plant exudes rich culture and beauty. Rare selection.
'Appalachian Beauty' (24"x50") is a large size hosta with a spread of 50 inches and 24 inch tall. It's a tissue culture sport of H. 'Abiqua Recluse' with near white flowers blooming from late June to July. Registered in 2003 by hosta expert Mark Zilis of Illinois. Strong morning sun is preferred for the best colouring. Rare find.
Tony Avent Collection
Only 1 division is available.
Experience the unique beauty of 'Apple Pie' in your garden. With lovely soft heart-shaped leaves adorned with strong veining, this rare variety is a must-have for any hosta collector. Leaves start a shiny yellow in Spring and transition to light green in late June. Growing up to 45" wide at a medium-fast rate, it thrives in morning sun or semi-shaded areas. This hosta, originated by Tony Avent, produces beautiful lavender flowers for added charm.
Please Note: This is a different 'Apple Pie' cultivar than the "Apple Pie' cultivar from Eric Smith. Please check Plant Delights Nursery, Inc for this cultivar from Tony Avent.
Experience the beauty of 'Barbara May.' Its bright blue colour, white wax coating, and ruffled margins make it a standout in any garden. With strong veins and great substance, this hosta maintains its blue hue all season long. Don't miss the light lavender flowers it produces in July and August. A selection from Bob Solberg of Green Hill Farm in North Carolina. Rare selection. Get yours today!
'Barracuda' is a rare selection with long, narrow, and wavy-edged leaves in a striking dark green colour accented with a crisp white edge. Its medium lavender flowers add a pop of color to any space. Bring home your very own 'Barracuda' today!
'Bells Of Edinborough' (9"x20") features medium green, satin sheen, and lightly corrugated leaves. Its velvet green leaves are puckered and shiny underneath, while its distinctive bell-shaped flowers are deep violet, held on a sturdy scape just above the leaves. Rare selection from Bob Savory.
'Benedict Blue Eyes' is a Tardiana-type hosta with beautiful blue-green foliage and thick substance. This medium-sized plant, 11 to 18 inches high, is one of many non-registered cultivars from Dr. Ralph Benedict of Michigan. The heart-shaped, cupped leaves are also moderately corrugated, making it a stunning addition to any garden. Very rare and our plant was purchased at an AHS annual auction for over $100 USD.
Introduce a unique touch to your garden with the 'Birchwood Ruffled Queen.' Its large heart-shaped leaves boast a golden hue and delicate ruffled edges, adding instant visual interest. Enjoy its sun tolerance and mid-summer lavender blooms. Ideal for partial shade and measuring 24"x60", this plant is a rare and intriguing addition to any garden.
'Blue Jewel' (12"x26") - a very rare Benedict plant with a stunning powder blue colour and deep veining. Its heavy substance ensures a long-lasting beautiful appearance, even late into the fall. From Herb's breeding program, this top-notch blue is a must-have for collectors looking for a unique addition to their garden.
Blue Jewel's listing on the Hosta Library reads:
"'Blue Jewel' is one of the more rare of the Benedict blues. It isn't around very much at all and we don't know if any nursery is offering it. It is a really top-notch blue from Herb's breeding program and a nice rarity for the collector."
Photo courtesy Bert Malkus
This rare collector hosta boasts nearly round, dark green leaves with a wide gold edge. The unique gold edge darts towards the center, overlapping the green and giving the foliage excellent substance. With a deep winter green color and buttercream edges, this Lachman classic is a must-have for any hosta lover.
Introducing 'Chanticleer' (28"H), an impressive display of rich, puckered leaves with an intense green colour. This large, rounded clump is sure to stand apart and add a touch of elegance to any space. With deep rugosity and stunning green foliage, this is a must-have for any hosta enthusiast—a rare selection. Please allow 2+ years for this selection to start showing the above traits. Well worth the wait!
Transform your garden into a dazzling display of color with 'Cloud Lime O/S'! This sun-tolerant hosta boasts golden leaves that turn a vibrant lime green, complemented by a stunning "cloud" of purple flowers on well-proportioned scapes. Enjoy a low-maintenance, fast-growing mound of beauty in your landscape. Best kept in a sunny location with even and consistent moisture. Originator stock.
'Cupatini,' the rarest of all Mark Zilis's "tinis"! Its distinctive blue-green, cupped leaves and white flowers stand out from the other "tini" varieties. A hybrid of 'Blue Dimples' and 'Shining Tot,' it thrives in containers or at the front of a shaded border. Perfect for adding a unique touch to any garden.
Part of the “Tini" Series by Mark Zilis.
Photo courtesy of Mark Zilis
With its striking color and wavy leaves, the 'Devastator' is a hosta that will make a statement in any spring garden. But it doesn't stop there - this unique plant keeps its glow well into late summer and even features unusual petioles that radiate like spokes on a wheel. Rare selection and the plants available are divisions from Originator stock.
4.7" pots available July 15, 2025.
'Dragon Lady' O/S (30"x74") is a typical Mildred Seaver hosta that boasts large, deeply impressed veins and long pointed leaves. This all-green hosta produces stunning white flowers, making it an eye-catching addition to any garden. With its impressive size and distinctive features, it will make a statement in any landscape. Rare selection and the plants offered are divisions from our Originator stock "mother plant."
Introducing 'Fallen Angel,' a true beauty of misted gray-white leaves that gradually evolve into a serene blue hue. This large hosta mound boasts the same striking color as its parent H. 'Guardian Angel'. Be mesmerized by its great white flowers blooming in July. Truly a heavenly addition to any garden. Rarely available.
Introducing 'Fingerprint' (24"x48"), a unique H. 'Paul's Glory' sport with ever-changing foliage. A deep green line divides the leaf centre and margin, creating a captivating "watermark" effect. As the season progresses, the leaf colour transforms from greenish with gold edges to gold with light green margins. This hosta will surely add interest to any landscape, measuring 24'' in height and 48'' in width—pale lavender flowers in late summer.
'Foxfire Zulu' boasts a large, semi-upright mound of shiny, green foliage, perfect for adding a touch of lushness to any space. Its leaf blades are narrowly ovate-shaped, deeply veined, and slightly wavy, creating a visually intriguing display. Rare selection.
Introducing 'Ghostface,' a striking cultivar of H. 'Fortunei Hyacinthina'. Developed by Stuart Asch of Michigan, this medium-sized hosta stands 18 inches tall and spreads to 51 inches. The variegated foliage transitions from bright yellow to olive green, adding a unique touch to any garden. Take advantage of the beautiful lavender blooms from mid-July to August.
Plants available are from our Originator Stock plant.
Picture courtesy Stuart Asch.
'Goldbrook Grayling'- a unique Hosta with long, pointed grey leaves and delicate pink flowers. This small H. tardiana type is a seedling of H. 'Happiness' and matures into a compact mound.
'Goodness Gracious' is the ultimate hosta for any garden. With its large, heart-shaped leaves and stunningly wide yellow margins, it's a sight to behold. This sport of ‘Satisfaction’ boasts good substance and deep veining, making it highly sought after by any hosta enthusiast. Add it to your collection and bask in its satisfaction.
'Gray Wolf' O/S is a large cultivar with striking features. Its round and heavily corrugated foliage has a slight blue-green hue with a glaucous bloom on top. This plant, registered in 2013 by expert growers Monty and Julie Carlson, stands 30 inches high and 60 inches wide, and produces beautiful tubular flowers from mid-July to August.
1- (2 eye) division available for Spring 2025 shipping.
Picture courtesy of Monty and Julie Carlson
Experience the lush beauty of 'Green Velveteen' (27"x68") hosta. The leaves are a vibrant medium-green, with a glossy texture and elegant wavy edges. This low-growing variety stays close to the ground and boasts stunning pale lavender flowers.
Introduce a touch of elegance to your shade garden with Hosta 'Grey Area'. This sport of 'Modern Dance' boasts soft, grey-green leaves with rippled edges, creating a soothing and neutral backdrop for your garden. With a fast growth rate and delicate lavender flowers in late summer, this hosta is a must-have for any shade lover.
'Hans Solo,' a 2018 Plant Delights Nursery exclusive from hosta breeder Hans Hansen. This fascinating 13"x8" black-green leafed hosta is a tetraploid, resulting in a 39"x76" clump of thick, sturdy foliage. Enjoy the bonus of fragrant light lavender flowers in late summer on 5.5' spikes.
'Hearts On Fire' (23"x46") is a stunning hosta variety created from H. 'Swoosh' and H. 'Elatior'. Its heart-shaped leaves boast white centres, vivid spring-green borders, and dark green edges that lead to the midrib. This fiery cross will catch attention and add excitement to any garden. A relatively rare selection
Main picture courtesy of Bev Stegeman (Hybridizer)
Introducing 'Heideturm,' the impressive hosta from Ullrich Fischer. With its large 23" height and striking 79" flower stalks, this German-bred plant is a standout in any garden. Vibrant green leaves and a July-August bloom period make it a must-have for any hosta enthusiast.
Very rare find in North America. Collector's hosta!!
Picture courtesy of Tammy Borden
Meet 'Inca Gold,' a stunning 8"H hosta created by hosta expert Ian Chrystal. Its vibrant yellow-green leaves, with prominent veins and lance-shaped leaves, add a touch of elegance to any space. Blooms in August. A rare find in North America. Collector's hosta!!
4.7" pot available Spring 2026
'Lady in Red' is a rare, unregistered cultivar developed by B. Whitemore. This plant adds a bold touch to any collection with its dark green leaves and unique wavy texture. The deep red petioles extend deep into the leaves, creating a stunning contrast. Standing 13 inches tall, it is a must-have for any hosta enthusiast.
Discover the elusive 'Lakeside Un-Huh' O/S (28"x72") hosta, known for its striking blue-green foliage and perfectly rounded leaves that develop beautiful puckers with maturity. A must-have for any garden, this hard-to-find hosta creates a stunning, mounded display. Also known as 'Lakeside Uh-Huh.'
The plant available is a division of our Originator Stock plant.
Photo courtesy of Mary Chastain (Hybridizer)
Hosta Choice Gardens Introduction
Laurence O/S (21"x35") is a captivating sport of H. 'World Cup'. Its upright, cupped green leaves are elegantly edged with yellow, adding visual interest to any garden. With slightly smaller dimensions than the parent plant, it boasts pale purple flowers in early summer.
Seasonal leaf change: green centre / yellow >creamy-white margin
Waiting list.
Tony Avent Collection
Experience the unique beauty of H. 'Long Tail Lights'! This 2017 Plant Delights Nursery introduction offers a striking display of textured, deeply-veined leaves in medium green, edged with a wide golden border that fades to cream. Standing at 10" tall and 2' wide, this plant also boasts a 2' tall scape of lovely lavender flowers in late summer. Rarely seen in Canada.
Seasonal leaf change: green centre / golden yellow > cream margin
'Magic Dragon' is a must-have for any shade garden. With its open, vase-shaped mound of thick, blue-tinted, dark green leaves and white rippled margins, this large hosta is both vigorous and pest-resistant. Enjoy the added bonus of pale lavender flowers in mid-summer. Plant in filtered shade for optimal growth and ensure regular moisture. Sport of H. 'Komodo Dragon'.
Seasonal leaf change: blue-green centre / cream > white margin
'Marbled Cream' is a much sought-after breeder with medium green leaves streaked with cream. The cream color holds all season, making it a favorite among gardeners. Also, it is known for its fertility and is a long-time favorite breeder hosta of Clarence Owens. Lavender flowers provide a beautiful contrast.
Experience the remarkable performance of 'Memphis Blue O/S,' an original cross of H. 'Sagae' and H. 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' by Olga Petryszyn. This fast-growing hosta boasts a stunning blue hue that lasts even during hot weather. The underside offers a very pale blue glaucous coating. With its robust texture and resistance to slugs, this hosta is a must-have for any garden and spreads to a minimum of 3 feet.
The divisions offered are from our Originator Stock plant purchased jointly by Hosta Choice Gardens and another grower for $625 USD at the 2013 AHS Convention in Milwaukee. At the time, it was the only division Olga had taken from her Originator plant. Plants currently being offered by other nurseries are tissue culture stock that have been produced after our 2013 purchase.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green
Photo courtesy of Olga Petryszyn (Hybridizer)
Hosta Choice Gardens Introduction
Experience the ultimate garden makeover with 'Midlife Crisis- Tummy Tuck' from Hosta Choice Gardens. This one-of-a-kind sport of 'Orange Marmalade' features dazzling golden/orange centers and a bold blue-green border. Its twisted, contorted leaves add a playful touch to any landscape. And let's not forget the delicate lavender blooms! For best results, give it morning sun or dappled afternoon shade and keep the soil moist. Get ready to embark on a twisted journey!
Waiting List
Introducing 'Mike,' the newest addition to your elegant garden. This majestic blue hosta, reminiscent of 'Sum and Substance,' boasts a stunning clump and looks fabulous in a pot. Admire its grandeur at 30" in height. It is a must-have for every premium collection.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue green
Originator Stock- Monty & Julie Carlson Collection
Introducing 'Mint Condition' (17"H), a stunning addition to any garden. This hosta features elegant, green, wavy leaves with a striking white margin that draws the eye toward the centre. This plant is sure to impress with its medium/large size and unique coloration—rare find.
Seasonal leaf change: green centre / cream > white margin
'Miss American Pie' is a unique hybrid with long, shiny, and medium green leaves. The sharply pointed leaves have a heart-shaped base and a pie-crusted edge. The reverse side is powdered white, making for a stunning contrast display. This variety forms a large mound of ruffled leaves, adding texture to any garden—very rare selection.
'Misty Regal' is a registered sport of 'Gold Regal' with a giant, semi-upright growth habit. Its green leaves feature chartreuse to gold variegation, oblong-ovate shape, moderate waviness, and cupped form. Lavender flowers in July.
Rare selection.
One (1) "Originator Stock" division (2 eye) available in Spring 2025
Experience the exquisite beauty of 'Montreal Blue Ice Storm.' This Van Wade seedling boasts an impressive semi-upright mound of thick, blue-green foliage, with generously sized leaves of 16 inches long and 13 3/4 inches wide. Delight in its broad ovate shape and moderate corrugation, made even more luxurious by the exclusive 'Montreal Blue Ice Storm' name.
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Morocco Blue, standing tall at 13 inches (estimated). This wonderful medium-sized blue boasts exceptional colour retention in the morning sun. A true gardener's dream, it effortlessly thrives and flourishes.
Experience the beauty of 'My Darling' O/S (10"x24"). This stunning cultivar, a seedling of H. 'Crepe Suzette', features rippled, gold-coloured foliage and delicate pale lavender flowers that bloom from late June into July. Its small size makes it perfect for any garden and adds a touch of elegance to any landscape. Rare selection. Originator Stock.
'Nordatlantik' is a beautiful hosta variety with round, blue leaves. This 'Tardiana' type is perfect for shady areas and grows to a height of 15 inches. Its lavender flowers and average growth make it a must-have for any garden—scarce selection and offered for the first time since we acquired the hosta.
Seasonal leaf change: blue > blue-green
Enhance your garden with 'Ocean Isle Gold Dust' (21"H). This large-sized beauty features yellow-green leaves, accented with a yellow center variegation and a subtle green dusting. A sport of H. 'Gold Standard', this hosta blooms with lovely lavender flowers from mid-July to August.
Elevate your garden with the OHS 'Love In The Mist.' This 2006 Ontario Hosta Society Club plant features a twist on the classic H. 'Love Pat' with white misted centers on blue leaves. The heavily rippled margin adds an elegant touch while unique green misting appears in late spring. Registered by the Ontario Hosta Society, this specimen also boasts light lavender flowers. A must have hosta which is extremely hard to find as once a collector has a plant they are very reluctant to divide it.
Discover the stunning beauty of OHS Udo's Labour (9"x18"). With its bright yellow colour and compact, ground-hugging growth habit, this 2010 Club Plant for the Ontario Hosta Society will add a pop of colour to any garden. Its ovate leaves will surely catch your eye. Parentage currently unknown.
Seasonal leaf change: chartreuse > bright yellow
'Pole Cat' is a rare and unique hosta, featuring dark green foliage with a striking white centre speckled with green dots. A thin chartreuse strip separates the centre and margin, adding an interesting contrast. This plant produces lovely lavender flowers in July, making it a beautiful addition to any garden. Take advantage of the chance to buy this hard-to-find gem!
