H. ‘Moby Dick’
Hosta ‘Moby Dick’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | I-2 (Giant) |
Overview
Registered in 1999, this giant hosta cultivar arose as a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Sum and Substance'. It is visually distinctive for its exceptionally large, heavily textured blue-green leaves that reach 15 inches (38.1 cm) in length and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in width, with medium blue-green margins.
In the Garden
As a giant hosta, 'Moby Dick' forms a substantial clump that commands space in the landscape, reaching a mature size of approximately 36 inches (91 cm) in height and 60 inches (152 cm) in spread. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its blue-green foliage retains its color most effectively. This cultivar pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that contrast with its bold leaf form.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer deterrent measures are advisable, as both pests find hosta foliage palatable.
Size and leaf
| Leaf length | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Sum and Substance' — H. ‘Sum and Substance’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (I-2, giant size):
- H. ‘Abiqua Elephant Ears’ (1999)
- H. ‘Big and Blue’ (2000)
- H. ‘Hirao Zeus’ (1997)
- H. ‘Cool Change’ (1995)
- H. ‘Eola Sapphire’ (2004)
- H. ‘Gentle Giant’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3833