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Hosta 'Afternoon Delight': Zilis-Lombardo's Late-Day Pleasure

Hosta 'Afternoon Delight'

Introduced in 2003 by Zilis-Lombardo, 'Afternoon Delight' is a charming hosta that reveals its best colors in the gentle light of late day. This Liliaceae family member (genus Hosta) offers a fresh take on hosta variegation.

Cultivar Details

Family:Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
Cultivar:Afternoon Delight
Hybridizer:Zilis-Lombardo
Registration Year:2003

Afternoon Delight features a subtle, sophisticated variegation that glows in the low-angle light of afternoon. The collaborative breeding by Zilis and Lombardo brings together two prominent names in modern hosta hybridization. Its compact habit suits smaller shade gardens and containers.

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