Hosta Grand Slam 4b Although Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus can

Although Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus can grow in part shade

similar to Helleborus 'Wester Flisk'

Buddleia lindleyana is our only buddleia that is not cut to the ground each year

As with all rare plants

Aloe polyphylla is perfectly adaptable to the cold winters of the eastern US

Hosta Grand Slam 4b Although Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus canThis 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.