H. ‘Andrew's Moody Mom’
Hosta ‘Andrew's Moody Mom’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by F. Freeman.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Originator | F. Freeman |
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by F. Freeman, 'Andrew's Moody Mom' is a large hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its upright habit and dark blue-green, broadly ovate leaves with slightly rippled margins, moderate corrugation, and a slightly shiny upper surface contrasting with a dull underside.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 39 inches (99.1 cm) and a height of 17 inches (43.2 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It is suitable for partial to full shade, typical of blue-leaved hostas, and performs well as a specimen or in mixed shade borders. Its substantial size makes it appropriate for mid-border or as a ground cover in larger shaded areas.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 17 in (43.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 39 in (99.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | dark blue-green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath; moderately wavy, moderately corrugated |
| Flower scape height | 29–30 in (73.7–76.2 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Pointer’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Seer’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Sensation’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Veil’ (2010)
- H. ‘Blue Wu’ (2010)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #268. How we check this data.