Hosta Plantain Lily Abiqua Drinking Gourd

Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta is a striking shade perennial prized for its oversized, blue-green foliage and strong architectural presence in the garden. The thick, rounded leaves form deep cups that create dramatic texture and visual interest from spring through fall. In mid-summer, tall flower stems rise above the foliage, displaying soft near-white blooms that add a graceful finishing touch to this foliage favorite.

Why You’ll Love It

• Unique Cupped Leaves: Large, sculptural leaves hold their blue-green color throughout the growing season.

• Shade Garden Performer: Thrives in partial to full shade, bringing brightness and structure to low-light areas.

• Seasonal Flowers: Elegant spikes of pale flowers appear in midsummer for added interest.

• Low Maintenance: Easy to care for once established with minimal cleanup needed each year.

• Long-Lived Perennial: Can thrive for many years in the landscape when planted in suitable conditions.

Plant Details

• Plant Height: Approximately 18 inches

• Flower Height: Up to 30 inches

• Plant Spread: About 36 inches

• Spacing: Space plants roughly 30 inches apart

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade

• Hardiness: Cold hardy to Zone 2

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Life Expectancy: Approximately 10 years under ideal conditions

• Other Names: Plantain Lily, Funkia

Growth & Care

Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta prefers evenly moist soil and performs best when protected from direct afternoon sun. It adapts well to most soil types and tolerates urban conditions. As a herbaceous perennial, it dies back each winter and reemerges in spring. Clean up old foliage in early spring before new growth begins. Avoid disturbing the crown in late winter when it may not be visible.

Ideal Uses

Mass plantings, shaded borders, foundation plantings, woodland gardens, groundcover applications, and mixed perennial beds.