H. ‘Moon Lily’
Hosta ‘Moon Lily’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by G. Harshbarger.
| Year registered | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Originator | G. Harshbarger |
| Registrant | J. Trott |
| Section class | III-3 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1993 by G. Harshbarger and J. Trott, 'Moon Lily' is a medium-sized hosta cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its blue-green leaves with yellow-gold margins and a glaucous bloom on the undersides, combined with dark yellow-gold scapes.
In the Garden
'Moon Lily' forms a clump approximately 40 inches (101.6 cm) in diameter and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height, with leaves 6 inches (15.2 cm) long and 5.5 inches (14.0 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or shaded beds.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are recommended for optimal foliage condition.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5.5 in (14 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Leaf | yellow gold smooth margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath |
| Flower scape height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-3, medium size):
- H. ‘Fried Bananas’ (1994)
- H. ‘Aladdin's Lamp’ (1996)
- H. ‘August Moon’ (1996)
- H. ‘Lydia Scheu’ (1999)
- H. ‘World Cup’ (2006)
- H. ‘Glen Fetish’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3877