A Rare Cultural Gem for Your Shade Collection
Hosta 'Ah-Ha-Ha-Bah' is an exquisite, rare selection from the legendary Van Wade's American Indian Tribes collection, specifically named after the Navajo word for "Cora." This medium-sized cultivar is a must-have for collectors seeking a plant that pairs cultural significance with high-impact texture. It features deep blue-green foliage that serves as a moody, sophisticated backdrop for the rest of your shade garden. The leaves are not just about colour; they are heavily corrugated and deeply cupped, giving the plant a rugged, architectural quality that looks more like a living sculpture than a typical perennial.
Why It Stands Out
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Heavily Corrugated Texture: Thick, "alligator-skin" puckering that adds incredible depth and prevents the flat, tired look of common varieties.
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Deeply Cupped Foliage: The leaves form tight cups that catch morning dew, creating a shimmering effect in dappled light.
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Rich Blue-Green Hue: A saturated, cool-toned colour that holds its intensity well throughout the humid Canadian summer.
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Late-Season Interest: Delicate, pale purple flowers emerge in late June on sturdy scapes, providing a soft contrast to the heavy, leathery leaves.
Technical Specs
| Feature |
Details |
| Size |
16" Height / 24"–30" Width |
| Hardiness Zone |
Canadian Zones 3–9 |
| Colour |
Deep Blue-Green (Blue-toned in spring) |
| Light |
Partial to Full Shade |
Grower's Tip
Because 'Ah-Ha-Ha-Bah' belongs to a specialized collection, its growth rate is steady but deliberate. To encourage those deep cups and heavy puckering, ensure it has consistent moisture and rich, organic soil. Like all our plants, we monitor these closely at our nursery in Bécancour. We wait until the specific "Navajo blue" hue and cupped characteristics emerge in our QC climate before we approve them for shipping. This True to Type verification means you aren't just getting a blue hosta—you're getting the authentic, heavily textured Wade selection you've been searching for.
