H. ‘Murmurs’

Overview

Registered in 2000 by A. Malloy, this large hosta produces substantial blue-green leaves with medium blue-green margins, dull on both surfaces. The cultivar is distinguished by its cordate leaf bases and moderate growth rate, forming a mounded habit.

In the Garden

'Hosta 'Murmurs' reaches a mature mound approximately 24 to 30 inches (61 to 76 cm) in height and 36 to 48 inches (91 to 122 cm) in width, based on its large size classification. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. Its substantial foliage provides effective ground cover in woodland settings or shaded borders.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during dry periods, particularly in the first growing season. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick leaf substance offers moderate resistance to slugs, though monitoring may be necessary in damp conditions. Deer may browse the foliage in areas with high deer pressure.