H. ‘Over the Moon’

Overview

Registered in 2010, *Hosta* 'Over the Moon' is a large cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, with *H*. 'Zany Janie' as its pod parent. It is visually distinctive for its medium green leaves bordered by wide, pure white margins, a combination that provides strong contrast in the garden.

In the Garden

This hosta forms a mound-like clump reaching 15 inches (38.1 cm) in height and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. Its broad, ovate leaves with cordate bases and flat margins make it suitable for mid-border positions or as a specimen in part-shade to shade. The bright white margins pair well with darker-leaved perennials such as ferns or heucheras, and the plant's substantial leaf substance helps it hold up in typical hosta-growing zones.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. The thick leaves offer some resistance to slugs, though monitoring is still advisable in damp conditions; deer may browse the foliage.