Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta – Live Bare Root Shade Perennial | 3 Inch Starter Plant | Blue Green Cupped Hosta | Slug Resistant Foliage Plant

Add bold texture and unique form to your shade garden with Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta, a highly sought-after variety prized for its deeply cupped dark blue-green leaves and heavy corrugated texture. The thick seersuckered foliage forms dramatic cup-shaped leaves reaching up to 3 inches deep, creating a sculptural appearance that stands out beautifully in woodland gardens, hosta collections, shaded borders, and patio containers.

Its substantial leaf texture not only adds exceptional visual interest but also provides strong slug resistance, making it an easy-care favorite among gardeners. In early summer, elegant white flowers rise above the foliage on tall scapes, adding soft seasonal contrast to the lush mound of blue-green leaves. These healthy starter plants are shipped bare-root and are ready for planting upon arrival.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta
✔️ Bare-root starter plant
✔️ Deeply cupped blue-green foliage variety
✔️ Slug resistant perennial shade plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta
Botanical Name: Hosta ‘Abiqua Drinking Gourd’
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Bare-root starter plant
Sun Requirements: Shade to partial shade
Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
Mature Height: Approximately 18 inches
Mature Width: Approximately 36 inches
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in partial to full shade with consistent moisture to maintain the beautiful blue-green foliage color and strong leaf texture. Mulching helps retain moisture and keep roots cool during warmer months.