H. ‘Moonlight’
Hosta ‘Moonlight’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Banyai.
| Year registered | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Banyai |
| Section class | III-4a (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1977 by P. Banyai, *Hosta* 'Moonlight' is a medium-sized sport of *Hosta* 'Gold Standard'. Its leaves are green-gold with white margins, a reverse coloration of the parent cultivar, giving it a distinctive light-centered appearance.
In the Garden
'Moonlight' forms a compact mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 18 inches (45.7 cm) wide, suitable for the middle of a shaded border or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to full shade, where the leaf centers hold their green-gold hue without scorching. Pair with dark-leaved heucheras or ferns for contrast; its moderate size also suits container plantings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor accordingly in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Gold Standard' — H. ‘Gold Standard’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-4a, medium size):
- H. ‘Citation’ (1980)
- H. ‘Moon Glow’ (1977)
- H. ‘Sunshine Glory’ (1982)
- H. ‘Sea Dream’ (1984)
- H. ‘Lunar Eclipse’ (1985)
- H. ‘Sweetie’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3888