365Caws is now in its 14th year of publication, and was originally intended to end after 365 days. It has sometimes been difficult for me to find new material, particularly during the winter months, but now as I enter my own twilight years, I cannot guarantee that I will be able to provide daily posts. It is my hope that along the way I may have inspired someone to a greater curiosity about the natural world. If so, I can rest, content in the knowledge that my work here has been done.
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Flowers Of The Hosta
Day 302: Hostas are generally considered a foliage plant, but their blossoms are certainly worth mention. Most are white or lavender, although there are a few varieties which verge on purple or magenta. They are borne on scapes (stalks) which rises a foot or more above the leaves. Foliage may be green, grey-green or green patterned with yellow or white. Variegated species tend to display the best color when grown in partial shade. Don't dismiss Hostas from consideration for a "flower" bed! They will reward you doubly.
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