Hosta Society Plans Auction, Plant Sale In Hinsdale

HINSDALE, IL — The Northern Illinois Hosta Society will host an auction and plant sale in August in Hinsdale. Hostas and other shade plants will be the main attraction at the event, which will be held Sunday, Aug. 12 at the Hinsdale Community House at 1:30 p.m.

According to a release, all plant lovers are invited to come bid and buy quality plants at reasonable prices. A wide variety of new and classic hostas and companion plants will be available. Most plants will be auctioned, but many will be available for sale separately at the Bargain Table for as little as $5 per plant.

A raffle will allow lucky winners to take home a one of several desirable prizes, possibly a giant hosta, according to the organization.

The annual auction is hosted by the Northern Illinois Hosta Society and serves as the organization’s main fundraiser for the year. Available plants consist of donations from society members and hosta vendors.

"Hostas come in such a variety of colors and sizes that they make a wonderful addition to any garden,” Mike Kraus, NIHS president, said in a release. “The NIHS Auction will have some great ones for you at a reasonable price."

According to the release, the auction begins at 1:30 pm, but potential buyers are encouraged to arrive early for a preview. Refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon. Everything will be sold by 4 p.m.

The Northern Illinois Hosta Society is a not-for-profit organization serving northern Illinois and surrounding areas and was founded in October 1992 by a group of people who share a passion for hosta.

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