Hosta Grand Slam Acorus starting in early September

starting in early September

the clumps are topped with 2' spikes of very fragrant

5' tall stalks of stunning pink

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

This odd Japanese selection is adorned with 6" long x 2" wide glossy

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.