My Paradigm sport
newhostalady Z6 ON, Canada
last year
From what I understand, this sport is similar to the unregistered "Green Glitter." It has shiny leaves, it's big and I rather like it. You can see the small Paradigm poking through from underneath.
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (10)
mikgag Z5b NS Canada
last yearlast modified: last yearnewhostalady Z6 ON, Canada thanked mikgag Z5b NS CanadaRelated Discussions
Be a Sport - Tell Me I Have a Sport!
Comments (12)YAY!! This is exciting! Yes, the new bit is sprouted all from its own entire eye, so Steve, I will take your sage advice and separate it from its mom in September. How can one be sure if something like this is a brand new sport or a sport that's already been recognized/named? It has the colouring of Dick Ward but not the corrugation (because it's young? Might it corrugate as it matures?)...See MoreHosta of the Day - Paradigm
Comments (17)Not rugged looking yet, but I have no problems with telling it from Gold Standard or Paul's Glory. GS has a lot more leaves that are more slender, fading more in the gold region. Paul's Glory is a broader leaf than Paradigm. Perhaps its time for him to be up-potted. Just got another 50 lb bag of gool ole Canadian crab and lobster shells from Neptune's Harvest in Glouster MA. One man's trash is another man's treasure....See MoreMy oh my! Finally a sport? S&S doing something!!
Comments (6)I think you're all very right! It does look VERY familiar in this young stage, since I already have a 'Parhelion' and do recall the similarity! I think I have a pic. of it as a 'baby'!! Yep--that's it!! Well--I love 'Parhelion' so having two will be great, especially with one in the back and now one in the front bed!! I think it will complement the HUGE S&S I have in a barrel not far from where this 'sport' is planted! Thank you, all, for helping me sort this out!! Janice...See MoreWhat's with my plants reverting and sporting this year?
Comments (3)Three out of.... how many do you have? Hostas are unstable, and if you look hard enough. which most people don't do, you will find some sports. You don't know if it is "reverting" or if you have a new sport until you grow it out for a few years. Not all of them return the following year. Generally the solid ones come back. I get a few sports (like 3 out of 90 hostas) each year, I only save the sport if it is something special I want to keep, (limited space here). You are very lucky this year to get those surprises. That is a good thing! -Babka...See Morenewhostalady Z6 ON, Canada
last yearlast modified: last year
djacob Z6a SE WI
last yearIt’s happening to mine as well. Not sure if it’s enough to separate the eye.
debra
newhostalady Z6 ON, Canada thanked djacob Z6a SE WInewhostalady Z6 ON, Canada
last year
Beth - Michigan 6A
last yearI separated my Paradigm sport around 4 years ago. I must of also removed a non-sportted eye. The original Paradigm is growing better then the sport. Since I still have the original plant, I enjoy seeing the two growing together.
newhostalady Z6 ON, Canada thanked Beth - Michigan 6Anewhostalady Z6 ON, Canada
last year
Related Stories
DECORATING GUIDES12 Deadly Decorating Sins
Are your room designs suffering from a few old habits? It may be time to change your ways
Full Story
MOST POPULARMeet a Lawn Alternative That Works Wonders
Carex can replace turfgrass in any spot, is low maintenance and adjusts easily. Add its good looks and you’ve got a ground cover winner
Full Story
HOUZZ TVHouzz TV: Fun Family Living in 980 Square Feet
In a place known for going big, a family of 4 opts for creative space savers and subtle luxuries instead
Full Story
LANDSCAPE DESIGNNatural Swimming Pools: More Beauty, No Chemicals
Keep your skin and the environment healthy with a pool that cleans itself, naturally
Full Story
HOUSEKEEPINGHow to Relax and Put Housework in Its Place
If household disarray is making you stressed and unhappy, try approaching it with a different point of view
Full StorySponsored
newhostalady Z6 ON, CanadaOriginal Author