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!
'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.
Sold Out for 2025/2026
'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 '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
'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)
'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.
'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.
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!
Discover the uniquely bred 'Purple Bow Tie' O/S from Ohio hosta expert Dave Bowe. This hosta boasts a compact size (9"x17") and medium green, ovate leaves with a subtle wave and dull finish. Registered in 2021 as a seedling of (H. 'One Man's Treasure' X H. 'Cinnamon Sticks') x H. 'Cookie Crumbs.' With deep purple, bell-shaped flowers blooming into September, this cultivar will surely add a pop of colour to any garden.
Purchased at the 2018 American Hosta Association Convention auction in Peoria, Illinois, for $140 USD.
Plants offered are divisions from the Originator Stock plant from the auction. Very rare selection and does not appear to be available in Canada or the USA.
Photo courtesy Dave Bowe (Hybridizer)
'Razzmatazz' (16"x36") is a medium-sized, rare hosta that will add vibrant movement to your garden. Its long, green leaves feature rippled white margins and noticeable veins, with the tips of the leaves gracefully curling downward. In mid to late summer, this hosta produces pale lavender flowers.
'Rhino' O/S (18"x30") is a medium-sized hosta with glossy dark green leaves and a unique yellow margin that transitions to a creamy white margin as the season progresses. With tremendous substance, this hosta can thrive in both sun and shade, producing beautiful lavender flowers. A sport of hosta 'Splashed Leather,' it reaches a height of at least 18". The pots available are divisions of our Originator Stock plant—a rare selection.
Seasonal leaf change: green centre / yellow > creamy-white margin
'Sanctuary' O/S is the perfect addition to any garden with its vibrant blue and symmetrical form. Its unique color-changing ability will amaze, turning from green to blue as the season advances. This plant will surely add beauty to any landscape with its attractive lavender flower scapes. Extremely rare variety from the breeding program of Monty and Julie Carlson. Originator's Stock.
Seasonal leaf change: green > blue
Picture courtesy of Monty Carlson
Experience the stunning beauty of 'School Bus', bred by renowned hybridizer Bill Janssen. This hosta adds a glossy touch to your late summer garden with its delicate, yellow leaves (green early) and slightly wavy margins. Its impressive growth rate and unique structure make it a must-have for any hosta lover.
Seasonal leaf change: green > yellow
Indulge in the luxurious beauty of 'Smokey' O/S. Its narrow, twisted dark green leaves exude sophistication while its intense white backs evoke a sense of exclusivity. With fertile seeds and a small mature size, you'll receive a division from the Originator Stock for a truly premium addition to your garden. For more information and pictures on this outstanding hosta visit the Hosta Library @ www.hostalibrary.org
Introducing 'Sourpuss,' a fantastic sport of 'Lemon Meringue.' With a huge clump of green foliage bordered in yellow, this plant is sure to bring a pop of color to your garden. Give it morning sun, plenty of water, and fertilizer, and watch it thrive!
Discover 'Sunnyside Up' O/S (11"H) by hosta hybridizer Monty Carlson of Minnesota. This exclusive treasure showcases striking chartreuse foliage that transitions to a radiant golden shade if in some morning sun (or high filtered afternoon sun). Its underside features a delicate white powder coating ("bloom"). A must-have for any garden, this rare and sought-after plant is highly coveted by hosta enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Please note: Plant Delights Nursery, Inc. in North Carolina has introduced a hosta called 'Sunny Side Up" which is a different hosta from the Carlson introduction.
Tony Avent Collection
'Surfer Dude' O/S (18"x36"). features a 3" wide clump of unique, wavy-edged leaves that resemble a large wave. Adorned with 30" spikes of purple-and-white striped buds, it offers large, lightly fragrant flowers in August and September, making it a stunning addition to any garden. Inventory will be Originator's Stock divis
'Turbulent Seas' is a unique hybrid of H. 'Neat and Tidy' × H. 'Aspen Gold,' registered by Don Dean of Minnesota. This cultivar boasts heavily corrugated, unruly and twisted foliage in a deep green hue. Pale purple flowers bloom in late July to August, adding a touch of beauty to its already impressive presence. Stock available are divisions of our Originator Stock plant.
Don Dean Collection
Photos courtesy of Don Dean (Hybridizer)
Introducing 'Twinkle Little Star,' the compact and stunning blue hosta from Don Dean. With a small, tight mound of ruffled and cupped foliage, this plant adds a unique texture to any garden. Its intense blue colour and wavy, folded, and twisted leaves make it a standout feature. Plus, with medium lavender flowers with translucent edges in late summer, it's a must-have for any hosta lover.
Don Dean Collection
Discover the stunning beauty of Hosta 'Valley's Cathedral', a pycnophylla hybrid with large leaves, wavy edges, and a snow-white back. With improved leaf substance and strikingly large flowers, this 18-inch hosta is a must-have for collectors who appreciate rare species. Don't miss out on this introduction from Hosta Valley. Divisions are from our Originator Stock plant.
Photo courtesy of Naylor Creek Nursery
Introducing 'Yoshi' O/S (17"x35"), a masterpiece by Herb Benedict, named after variegated plant expert Yoshimichi Hirose. With a semi-upright growth habit and medium green ovate leaves, this medium-sized plant adds a touch of shine to any collection. Don't miss out on this rare find that sold for over $500 at auction. Our plant is believed to be the only plant in Canada and was purchased at the American Hosta Society Annual Convention auction. Plants offered are divisions from our Originator Stock plant.
