H. ‘Foxfire Green Lantern’

Overview

Registered in 2009 by W. Silvers, this medium-sized hosta is a sport of Hosta 'Independence Day' (pod parent) with unknown pollen parent. 'Foxfire Green Lantern' is distinguished by its variegated foliage: light green margins frame a darker leaf center, with heavily corrugated, cupped leaves that form a dense, mound-like habit.

In the Garden

'Foxfire Green Lantern' reaches 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and spreads to 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in shade gardens. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its corrugated texture and variegation are most pronounced. Pair with fine-textured ferns or dark-leaved heucheras for contrast; its medium size also suits container plantings in shaded patios.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage accordingly in typical hosta-growing zones.