H. ‘Murphy's Golden Marge’

Overview

Registered in 2001, Hosta 'Murphy's Golden Marge' is a medium-sized cultivar of unknown parentage distinguished by its bright golden-yellow leaf margins against a green center. The foliage is notably shiny on the upper surface, with slightly rippled margins that create a clean, highly visible contrast.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms an upright clump reaching 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, where the gold margins remain brightest, and pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other shade-tolerant perennials. Its compact, upright habit makes it suitable for border fronts or small groupings.

Care Notes

Water regularly during dry periods, applying 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.