Since 1996 the members of the American Hosta Growers Association, have selected a Hosta based on outstanding merits. These Hostas have exceptionally decorative foliage, showy or fragrant flowers, and perform well throughout their hardiness zones 3-9.
The AHGA is an organization for nurseries that specializes in the growing and sale of Hostas. Its purpose is to foster interest in Hostas through marketing and educational programs, disseminate information on cultural practices and pest problems of Hostas, and help standardize Hosta nomenclature.
- 2024 Mini Skirt (pictured)
- 2023 Neptune
- 2022 Island Breeze
- 2021 Rainbow’s End
- 2020 Dancing Queen
- 2019 Paisley Print
- 2018 World Cup
- 2017 Brother Stefan
- 2016 Curly Fries
- 2015 Victory
- 2014 Abiqua Drinking Gourd
- 2013 Rainforest Sunrise
- 2012 Liberty
- 2011 Praying Hands
- 2010 First Frost
- 2009 Earth Angel
- 2008 Blue Mouse Ears
- 2007 Paradigm
- 2006 Stained Glass
- 2005 Striptease
- 2004 Sum and Substance
- 2003 Regal Splendor
- 2002 Guacamole
- 2001 June
- 2000 Sagae
- 1999 Paul’s Glory
- 1998 Fragrant Bouquet
- 1997 Patriot
- 1996 So Sweet
