Hosta Bob Olson Crete 6" tall clumps spread nicely

6" tall clumps spread nicely (4-6" per year) in a moist but well-drained site

angustifolia

Each plant makes a clump 2' wide x 8" tall

that makes a wonderful addition to the woodland garden

Hosta Bob Olson Crete 6" tall clumps spread nicelyThis is really a cute little thing that's the hosta, not Bob! The first time I saw this Herb Benedict introduction, I knew I had to have it. This distinctive looking small hosta makes a 1' wide, semi upright mound of narrow rippled foliage. Each thick leaf is dark green with a dramatic, wide, creamy golden border. In late summer, the fast growing clumps are topped with 16" tall scapes with medium purple flowers. FYI: Bob Olson of Minnesota is the past