This is a seedling of
H. 'June' with gold centered,
green margined foliage was originated by
Gert van Eijk-Bos and
Dirk van Erven
of the Netherlands. It forms a small size (10 inches high) mound
of gold which changes to white as the summer
progresses. It has lavender flowers in late July.
Named in honor of employee, Sandy DeBoer
who courageously fought breast cancer, this plant was registered
by Walters Gardens,
Inc. of Michigan in 2001.
The New Encyclopedia of Hostas by
Diana
Grenfell (2009) states: "An outstanding
recent introduction best planted in masses or drifts
at the front of the border. The contrast between the
large light area and the narrow dark border stands
out in a garden setting."
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