Hosta Grand Slam Acorus starting in early September

starting in early September

linear white bands

(aka: Dryopteris cystolepidota) Dryopteris nipponensis is a cousin of the better-known autumn fern

Aloe polyphylla is perfectly adaptable to the cold winters of the eastern US

this is one of the most unique hosta species

Hosta Grand Slam Acorus starting in early SeptemberThis introduction from the late Herb Benedict and his friend Hideko Gowen is probably a hybrid with H. pycnophylla or a similar species. The 2' diameter clump is composed of leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. With age, each leaf is edged with very dramatic waving. In early fall, the clump is topped with 20" spikes of lavender flowers. At least this one won't have an asterisk in the record books for "substance" abuse.