Dr. Ralph (Herb) Benedict of Michigan originated
this non-registered, stable sport of H. 'Outrageous'. It forms a
semi-upright, medium size mound about 14 inches high and 37 inches wide with
slightly wavy, slightly corrugated foliage. Pale lavender
flowers bloom in late July but are sterile and do not set seed.
The New Encyclopedia of Hostas by
Diana
Grenfell (2009) states: "Slow to increase but eventually becomes a large
hosta. Although the color of the leaf margin varies widely from brilliant,
golden yellow to ivory white depending upon light and heat levels and
progression of the summer, this large hosta is always attractive and eye
catching."
According to
The Hostapedia by Mark Zilis (2009), "...essentially a
reversed form of 'My Child Insook'..."
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