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World Cup
HOSTA OF THE YEAR 2018
Description
Hosta 'World Cup'
HOSTA OF THE YEAR 2018
Hosta 'World Cup' is a special seedling of 'Komodo Dragon' x 'Super Bowl'. It features rich, bright gold leaves that are cupped and wavy. Leaves mature to a thick 9" x 6". From late June through mid-July, 20-36" scapes display pale lavender flowers. (Beilstein & Zillis 2006)
Each year the American Hosta Growers Association selects 'the best of the best', and honors one variety as "Hosta of the Year". These special selections are acknowledged for being unique, easy to grow and loved by many. These plants are usually the cornerstones of most hosta collector's gardens making these selections a good choice for beginning collectors and gardeners alike. This is one of those winning selections!
MATURE HEIGHT: 19".
MATURE SPREAD: 39".
HARDINESS ZONES: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9.
FLOWER: Very pale purple, mid season.
SUN EXPOSURE: Part sun to shade.
SIZE SHIPPED: 2.5" pot.
(For details on our plant sizes: click here)
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Spring 2024 shipping begins March - May, depending on your location
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Orders ship free but do incur a handling fee.
Orders outside of the Midwest may incur added fees.
HOSTA OF THE YEAR 2018
Hosta 'World Cup' is a special seedling of 'Komodo Dragon' x 'Super Bowl'. It features rich, bright gold leaves that are cupped and wavy. Leaves mature to a thick 9" x 6". From late June through mid-July, 20-36" scapes display pale lavender flowers. (Beilstein & Zillis 2006)
Each year the American Hosta Growers Association selects 'the best of the best', and honors one variety as "Hosta of the Year". These special selections are acknowledged for being unique, easy to grow and loved by many. These plants are usually the cornerstones of most hosta collector's gardens making these selections a good choice for beginning collectors and gardeners alike. This is one of those winning selections!
MATURE HEIGHT: 19".
MATURE SPREAD: 39".
HARDINESS ZONES: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9.
FLOWER: Very pale purple, mid season.
SUN EXPOSURE: Part sun to shade.
SIZE SHIPPED: 2.5" pot.
(For details on our plant sizes:
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Spring 2024 shipping begins March - May, depending on your location
Taking orders for spring shipping now!
Orders ship free but do incur a handling fee.
Orders outside of the Midwest may incur added fees.
