Hosta Grand Slam Sun Perennials Inside the pitcher

Inside the pitcher

are arranged to give the effect of a lovely weeping habit and the sturdy 7'+ clumps of Miscanthus 'Andante' are topped from late summer through fall with a stunning plume display

strap-like leaves of Crinum 'Hannibal's Dwarf' remain attractive all season

The result is a hellebore with the growth habit of H

attractive black spots

Hosta Grand Slam Sun Perennials Inside the pitcherThis 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.