H. ‘Magic Moment’
Hosta ‘Magic Moment’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-2 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 2015 from unknown parentage, *Hosta* 'Magic Moment' is a large, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its nearly round, blue-green leaves with medium blue-green margins and a notably lighter green central variegation. The leaves are dull on both surfaces, moderately wavy, and feature ten vein pairs, contributing to a textured, substantial appearance.
In the Garden
'Magic Moment' reaches a mature spread of approximately 40 inches (102 cm) and a height of 15 inches (38 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its moderate growth rate and mound-like habit pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The large leaf size and subdued coloration provide a calming backdrop for brighter foliage or flowering companions.
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 both pests may damage the foliage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 10 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; dull on top; dull underneath; moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | green later |
| Notable characteristics | large lighter green |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-2, large size):
- H. ‘Blue Ripples’ (2009)
- H. ‘Blue Tips’ (2009)
- H. ‘Neptune’ (2006)
- H. ‘Queen of the Seas’ (2001)
- H. ‘Aksarben’ (1988)
- H. ‘Blue Rock’ (1986)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3596