Hosta Big Mama 7b excellent drainage is the key

excellent drainage is the key to being successful with all ice plants

humid climates as long as the soil doesn't stay dry for extended periods

Asclpeias tuberosa is prized by a number of pollinators such as native bees

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Hosta Big Mama 7b excellent drainage is the keyFor all those out there with the same nickname, Hosta 'Big Mama' is an oldie but goodie from the famed Long Island garden of the late hosta guru, Paul Aden. The Hosta sieboldiana background shows through with the large, puckered, thick blue leaves that adorn the 40" tall x 5' wide clump. The giant clumps of Hosta 'Big Mama' are topped with pure white flowers in early summer on 4' tall scapes a hummingbird celebration. As with all blue leaf hostas, the