Hosta Streakin in Alabama OS

Hosta ‘Streakin in Alabama’ is a highly collectible streaked hosta introduced by Ed Thaubald, selected from a seedling discovered in Huntsville, Alabama. This offering is OS (Originator’s Stock), meaning plants are sourced directly from the originator’s original stock and designated as OS only when verifiable.

The foliage consists of green leaves accented with bold streaks of cream and white, creating dynamic and ever-changing patterns throughout the growing season. Leaves have very good substance, helping them maintain a clean, durable appearance in the garden. The plant forms a substantial clump reaching approximately 18 inches tall and 30 inches wide, giving it strong presence without overwhelming nearby plants.

Lavender flowers are produced on 24-inch leafy scapes, adding seasonal interest above the foliage. ‘Streakin in Alabama’ also produces viable seed pods, making it valuable not only as an ornamental hosta but also as a strong breeder with proven fertility.

An elite streaked hosta combining verified originator stock, excellent substance, breeding potential, and extreme rarity.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hosta ‘Streakin in Alabama’
Registration Status: Not registered
Originator: Ed Thaubald
Origin: Seedling selected in Huntsville, Alabama
Size Category: Medium
Mature Size: Approximately 18 inches tall x 30 inches wide
Foliage Color: Green with cream and white streaking
Variegation: Streaked
Leaf Substance: Very good
Growth Habit: Clumping perennial
Flower Color: Lavender
Scape Height: Approximately 24 inches
Bloom Season: Summer
Fertility: Produces viable seed pods
OS (Originator’s Stock): Yes – sourced directly from the originator
RH Rating: RH5 (Extremely Rare – known from only a handful of collections)
Primary Interest: Ornamental foliage and breeding potential
Garden Use: Shaded borders, woodland gardens, elite collector and breeder hosta collections