Paradigm Hosta

Hosta x 'Paradigm'

Pronunciation: HOSS-tuh
SKU #40356
3-8

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LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE: Moderate growing; forms foliage clump 20 to 22 in. tall, 45 to 48 in. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-8

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Description Beautiful, boldly colored, heart-shaped leaves emerge in spring with a soft chartreuse, heavily seersuckered center that graduates to golden yellow, dramatically contrasted by dark green margins. In midsummer, trusses of lily-like, pale lavender to near-white flowers rise above the dense foliage mound on sturdy stems. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Midsummer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions Erosion Control
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Blue-green
Companion Plants Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
Care Instructions Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
History 'Paradigm' Hosta is the winner of American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year for 2007. Formerly known as 'Abiqua Paradigm'; it is a sport of 'Abiqua Recluse'.
Details
DescriptionBeautiful, boldly colored, heart-shaped leaves emerge in spring with a soft chartreuse, heavily seersuckered center that graduates to golden yellow, dramatically contrasted by dark green margins. In midsummer, trusses of lily-like, pale lavender to near-white flowers rise above the dense foliage mound on sturdy stems. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeMidsummer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsErosion Control
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorBlue-green
Companion PlantsCoral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
History
History'Paradigm' Hosta is the winner of American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year for 2007. Formerly known as 'Abiqua Paradigm'; it is a sport of 'Abiqua Recluse'.

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradigm Hosta produce flowers?
Midsummer
Is Paradigm Hosta evergreen or deciduous?
Paradigm Hosta is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Paradigm Hosta?
Paradigm Hosta is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Paradigm Hosta resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control
How fast does Paradigm Hosta grow?
Paradigm Hosta has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Paradigm Hosta in my landscape?
Paradigm Hosta is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Paradigm Hosta flowers?
Paradigm Hosta produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Paradigm Hosta?
Paradigm Hosta has Blue-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Paradigm Hosta?
Good companion plants for Paradigm Hosta include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Ligularia (Ligularia); Mukdenia (Mukdenia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Lungwort (Pulmonaria).
How do I care for Paradigm Hosta?
Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring.
What is the history of Paradigm Hosta?
'Paradigm' Hosta is the winner of American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year for 2007. Formerly known as 'Abiqua Paradigm'; it is a sport of 'Abiqua Recluse'.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.