Dealing with streakers
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Comments (18)I hadn't realized climate made that much difference in hosta appearance. Also Grenfell mentions special cultivation advice for hostas suited for warmer regions of the U.S., and Shadrack acknowledges folks in the U.S. & Canada as well as several European countries that have allowed him to photograph their hostas. Therefore, although it make sense that most of the photos and cultivation notes pertain to the U.K., it wasn't all that clear to me that that was the case. Thanks for setting me straight. Insofar as "look-alikes" are concerened such as Brother Stephen & Paradigm I find the photos in the HL, at least to my untrained eye, appear to show just as much variation within form as between forms. In any event, since I have only a few hostas, and there are several reputable nurseries within 30 miles that have hostas on my wish list, I plan to purchase, at least in the near furture, hostas locally. This way I can see them in situ. Also in order to make room for new hostas I have to cut trees and grub roots so this should save not only on purchases but also my aching back. My favorite local nursery is Cadys Falls and for some winter eye candy check out www.cadysfallsnursery.com...See MoreStreaked hosta question
Comments (23)Thanks Phil! I only ordered from really reputable sources. Naylor and Foxfire sell some sweet hostas - always pleased w/ what I received. If you've never ordered online from Hallson's, you are truly missing out. Some of the best hostas I've received are from them!!! HUGE w/ giant roots...incredible! Then there is Bob Kuk's stuff...that guy is a legend, love his stuff....and Olga...oh wait, what was I saying? LOL The DB was a gift from someone who got it directly from Herb Benedict...he literally dug it out of his yard for him. That's pretty good stuff. :)...See MoreI just purchased my first *streaker*!
Comments (14)Thanks everyone for your comments! Denise, To answer your question (sort of) as to why I haven't purchased a streaker before now---I've never really been a fan of them. You know how we all have our *preferences* and *druthers*! :o) Actually--'Spilt Milk' is a streaked hosta, of sorts, isn't it? So, I guess the IAT is my second one. I never could see what folks saw in SM but when I saw one this year, I thought--- "hmmmmmm--maybe that IS neat"! The ones I HAVE liked better than most, are the pricey ones--'Gunthers Prize', 'Blizzard' and one other I can't remember right now---! Wait--is a striped 'Jewel of the Nile' considered streaked?? Jersey, your IAT really looks great!! I hope mine proves to be as *hosta-worthy* as yours!!! Thanks for the encouraging pic,--I remember it from another thread, now!! Janet---no--I do not know where I'm going to plant them!!! Ridiculous--I should stop with getting more--REALLY!! You'd think, losing 39 of them, (mostly those in pots) this Spring, would have given me *pause* in getting more, that will likely have to spend the winter in their pots!! Insane!!! Art--really good to see you posting!!! Hope things are getting less crowded and more settled for you these days!!! :o) To answer your question, "why Ice Age Trail...?", it was an impulse buy! I had to spend at least $60 on something, since it was the balance of some Nursery--'bucks' that I had spent on a huge set of wind chimes, that were so heavy they wouldn't ring in anything less than a tornado, so I returned them. They were very nice about it, but I knew, that the right thing for me to do was spend the $60, at least, of the value of them since it was the deal with the bucks! I remember our discussion about your preference of 'Dream Weaver' or 'Thunderbolt' and since you favored it and I have seen some pics. of ones that are mature, and they are stunning--I succumbed! :o) I was reluctant about 'Morning Light' because of the white/cream centers--again an implulse I may regret! Thanks again, for all your comments!!! :o)...See MoreMy list of Sansevieria
Comments (20)Hi guys, I guess this is a good place to report in on the sans growing. Sadly I have lost most of my hahniis this winter. I think the problems started last summer when there was way too much rain. Even though they were covered by an umbrella, water blew in and settled in the crowns. But the good news is that my larger plants look like they are in pretty good shape and should start growing when I get them outside. Stush that's a pretty impressive plant list. Way to go! I'm spending a lot of time and energy with my new puppy, Penny. Sorry, I don't know why the pic is sideways....See Morelindalana 5b Chicago
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