In my opinion, 'Patriot' is the most beautiful hosta that I have ever seen. Oh, I know there are lots of beautiful hostas to be seen, and in such variety, but this one is extra special. From what I have seen so far, if I was only ever allowed the choice of one hosta for my garden, it would be Patriot. Not only are its leaves eye-catching, in summer it thrusts up magnificent strong stems of mauve (pink/blue) flowers way above the leaves.
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| Hosta 'Patriot' flowers |
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| Hosta 'Patriot' in flower |
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| Hosta 'Patriot' bright green leaves with irregular white margins |
Most gardeners will be all too well aware that hostas are prone to slug attack but I have solved this problem by planting mine as specimens in very large terracotta pots which are set on small plant trolleys with wheels, for ease of movement. They are planted in compost and each hosta is surrounded by a 1/2 inch deep topping of sharp grit. Slugs are sneaky little devils, you know but they don't like to slither over sharp objects. I think my Patriot hosta is very healthy, as seen in the above photos taken yesterday.
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| Hosta 'Patriot' in terracotta pot |
