Hosta Jewel of the Nile Mediterranean Europe spring flowering orchid that is

spring flowering orchid that is hardy in the woodland garden to zone 7a

strap-like

making a dramatic winter feature in the shade garden

via the US National Arboretum

The evergreen foliage (except below 10 degrees F) composes a vigorous 6" tall x 15" wide clump of deeply pleated leaves

Hosta Jewel of the Nile Mediterranean Europe spring flowering orchid that isThis stunning specimen arose as a sport on Kevin Walek's wonderful H. 'Dee's Golden Jewel'. Instead of having all gold foliage like the parent, H. 'Jewel of the Nile' has dark green foliage with a wide border of gold. The upright vase shaped form makes an almost perfect 2' wide clump, topped in late June with 30" tall scapes of near white flowers. You are certain to love this one.