H. ‘Imperial Moth’

Overview

Registered in 2004 by an unknown hybridizer, 'Imperial Moth' is a medium-sized hosta distinguished by its blue-green leaves with white margins and unstable streaking in shades of yellow and creamy white. The broadly ovate leaves, measuring 9 inches long by 7 inches wide, feature a glaucous bloom on the undersides and lightly corrugated, wavy margins.

In the Garden

'Imperial Moth' forms a mound-like clump 24 inches tall and 40 inches in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or woodland garden settings.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor accordingly.