I can comfirm that Mr. Alex Summers, one of the founders of the American Hosta Society, indeed named it blue wedgewood for its color and ...Read Moreleaf shape and that the registrar left out the second "e" which, incidentally, is the correct spelling for the pottery company. Mr. Summers never had it changed as it was acceptable to him either way.
The spelling of this plant's name is a source of contention and confusion. Apparently, it was originally named 'Blue Wedgewood', alludin...Read Moreg to its wedge-shaped leaves, but was mistakenly registered as 'Blue Wedgwood' without the second "e" (a subconscious reference to its blue coloring, perhaps?) To further muddle things, it's sometimes mistaken for "Blue Dimples" in the trade.
This is a sturdy, reliable plant that keeps its color all summer, blooms in August, and maintains a pleasing shape.
What's not to like?
I can comfirm that Mr. Alex Summers, one of the founders of the American Hosta Society, indeed named it blue wedgewood for its color and ...Read More
The spelling of this plant's name is a source of contention and confusion. Apparently, it was originally named 'Blue Wedgewood', alludin...Read More
Flower scapes 20"-27"