H. ‘Man on the Moon’

Overview

Registered in 2009 by D. Beilstein and M. Zilis, this sport of *Hosta* 'Cuyahoga' is a medium-sized cultivar distinguished by its blue-green leaves with creamy yellow streaks and white margins. The broadly ovate, lightly corrugated foliage exhibits a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, with flat margins and a cordate base.

In the Garden

'Man on the Moon' reaches 18 inches (45.7 cm) in height and 38 inches (96.5 cm) in diameter, with a semi-upright, slow-growing habit. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts, woodland gardens, or as a specimen in shaded containers.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor foliage regularly and employ barriers or repellents as needed.