Hosta Mistress Mabel Asplenium Erythrina x bidwillii emerges from

Erythrina x bidwillii emerges from the ground in late spring to form a 6' tall x 8' wide mound of arching stalks adorned with giant

In our garden we originally planted divisions of two forms of Trillium lancifolium near each other

but resprouted nicely

dark green foliage is more cutleaf than typical Acanthus mollis

In early fall (September and October for us)

Hosta Mistress Mabel Asplenium Erythrina x bidwillii emerges fromI remember the first time I saw this hosta it was love at first sight. H. 'Mistress Mabel' is the Holy Grail for many hosta breeders a very vigorous grower, great foliage substance, a striking wide white border, great sun tolerance, and very fragrant flowers. This fantastic plant is a must for all hosta gardens. The 30" wide clumps are composed of shiny, green leaves with a wide creamy border. In late summer, the clumps are topped with 2' tall scapes