H. ‘Moon Shadow’

Overview

Registered in 1988 by R. Savory, *Hosta* 'Moon Shadow' is a small-sized cultivar derived from *H. 'Butter Rim'* as pod parent with a hybrid pollen parent. It is visually distinctive for its creamy white leaf margins contrasting with a green center, a pattern consistent with its parentage.

In the Garden

'Moon Shadow' reaches approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm) in height and 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders or rock gardens. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras. Its compact size also makes it a candidate for container cultivation.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, it may be susceptible to slug and deer damage, so appropriate deterrents should be considered in areas where these pests are prevalent.