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Re: [SHADEGARDENS]

At 06:28 PM 2/13/98 EST, you wrote:
>Once a hosta leaf is deformed , by cold, for instance, it remains deformed in
>my experience. I remove the leaf by making a clean cut just below ground
>level.
>
>Clyde Crockett z5 ccredux@aol. com Indy IN
>
Hi, Clyde.  Weren't you the one who recommended running the lawn mower over
frost-damaged hostas?  It seems like several people had said that mowing
was a great way to clean up the plant and promote a flush of new, healthy
growth.

Also, someone stated a while back that if the 'bloom' or indumentum on
hosta leaves was to protect them from sun damage, it would follow that the
more heavily coated types would function well in the sun; however, we know
that the opposite is the case.  I remember hearing on some robin or the
other that it was postulated that the indumentum retarded the growth of
fungus on leaves that transpire large amounts of water and live in the
shade (creating perfect conditions for mildews and fungi).  Was it ever
determined that the fungus/mildew protection factor was indeed the key to
the survival of the characteristic?  Or should I say the survival of the
species that have that characteristic?  Whatever; you know what I mean.
Thanks to any hosta nut who can answer.

PS to Paul Aden:  I don't know if this is a smart remark or a dumb one, but
what is the P in P. Whiz japonica?  I only hope it is not a joke; then I
will really feel humiliated because I didn't get it.  If a jest, make
something up and spare my feelings!





Sheila Smith
mikecook@pipeline.com
Z 5/6
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