Creekside Champions Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta

This hosta thrives in part shade to full shade. It is an ideal choice for areas of your garden that receive filtered light or are shielded from the intense afternoon sun, which can scorch its blue-green leaves.

Since this variety grows to a mature width of three to four feet, you should space them at least three feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and to accommodate their mounded, spreading habit.

Yes, the Abiqua Drinking Gourd is well-regarded for its slug resistance. Its thick, heavily corrugated foliage is tougher than many other hosta varieties, making it less appealing to common garden pests.

It is relatively low-maintenance, but it does grow slowly. To keep it healthy, ensure it is planted in moist, well-drained, and organically enriched soil, and provide average watering throughout the growing season.

Absolutely. Its mounded, architectural shape makes it an excellent candidate for large containers. Just ensure the pot has adequate drainage and that you keep the soil consistently moist.

The Abiqua Drinking Gourd is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 9. This wide range makes it a versatile perennial for many different climates across the country.