Hosta Little Black Scape Ruscus Paul Jones

Paul Jones

(aka: Erythrostemon gilliesii) We have grown this South American native for decades

The three to four month winter floral display is very showy

Come late fall numerous paler green bracts and flower buds start to form at the apex of the stem

with additional germination through the winter

Hosta Little Black Scape Ruscus Paul JonesOur 1995 introduction is an open pollinated seedling from the giant H. 'Sum and Substance'. The 5" wide, heart shaped leaves emerge dull green and soon change to a nice chartreuse gold. About this time, jet black scapes emerge that contrast well with the foliage. The 2' wide clumps are topped with 22" tall, medium lavender flowers. We find that the foliage and scape coloration is best in more sun especially morning sun.