H. ‘Artemis’

Overview

Registered in 2001 by T. Donahue, *Hosta* 'Artemis' is a large blue-green cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinguished by its deeply corrugated, broadly ovate leaves with light green margins and a dull, slightly glaucous bloom on the undersides.

In the Garden

'Artemis' forms a substantial, mound-like clump reaching 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter and 21 inches (53.3 cm) in height, with a moderate growth rate. It is best suited to partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage and light green margins develop optimal coloration. The large, textured leaves make it an effective specimen or accent plant in shaded borders and woodland gardens, pairing well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While 'Artemis' shows typical hosta resistance to deer, it may require protection from slugs and snails, particularly in damp conditions.