Hosta Thumbelina Conradina each held above the foliage

each held above the foliage by a 4" stem

Displayed prominently from the end of the swirled petals are it's reproductive organs

The hard rhizome grows along the ground and the leaves arise singly from it

Everyone who sees Panicum 'Northwind' rates it as one of the best

This exquisite woodland perennial makes a dainty-looking 12" wide clump of 2' tall stalks clothed with nondescript green foliage

Hosta Thumbelina Conradina each held above the foliageThis wonderful new introduction makes a fast growing compact mound to 2' wide. The nearly round, medium green leaves are each edged in a nice creamy white border. The clumps are topped with 18" tall scapes of lavender flowers in early summer. H. 'Thumbelina' makes a great hosta for woodland borders.