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HostaJoseph

Statusregistered

Originator(s)Bob Kuk 1990

Origin'Josephine' sport

Size categorymedium

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Vein pairs8

Leaf colordark green

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Leafglossy, heavy

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InfoDark green and shiny slightly heart shaped leaves. Heavy substance. Maroon spots on lower petioles. Lavender flowers.
Glossy dark green leaves with maroon spots on underside of petiole; lavender flowers. 'Joseph' is a 1995 Nancy Minks Award holder. This hosta is an all-green sport of the streaked 'Josephine' and was named after Bob Kuk's stepfather, Joseph Duale [HL].

Sports

Progeny'Fandango' = PP x 'Bold Ruffles'