H. ‘Green Moon’

Overview

Registered in 2009 by K. Walek of the American Hosta Society, Hosta 'Green Moon' is a medium-sized cultivar derived from Hosta 'August Moon' (pod parent) with an unknown pollen parent. Its visual distinction lies in the combination of medium green, slightly rippled leaf margins and a broadly ovate, lightly cupped leaf form with a cordate base, creating a subdued variegated effect.

In the Garden

'Green Moon' forms a dense, mound-like clump reaching 22 inches (55.9 cm) in height and 50 inches (127.0 cm) in diameter at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its medium size makes it suitable for mid-border positions or as a groundcover beneath deciduous trees. The dull, lightly corrugated leaves pair well with fine-textured ferns or shade-tolerant perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods to maintain consistent soil moisture, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Green Moon' is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor for slug activity in damp conditions and consider protective measures if browsing pressure is high.