Species hosta
Green leaves with yellow midrib and veins.

hosta

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Moon'

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Moon' is a stunning perennial with long, textured leaves. Its leaves are a deep blue-green color, with bright yellow margins. The yellow becomes more intense and vibrant in the summer and turns to creamy-white in the spring. This hosta produces white, funnel-shaped flowers from June to August. 'Blue Moon' is easy to maintain and grows best in moist soils in partial shade, an ideal addition to any garden. Its bold foliage and bright blooms make it a beautiful focal point and an eye-catching contribution to any landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Offsets,Tissue Culture,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,cream,white

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Moon' prefers moist, well-draining soil. Water when the soil feels dry to the touch, but never let it dry out completely. You should water deeply and evenly to saturate the soil, as this encourages the roots to grow deep. Aim for 1-2 inches of water every week (or more if air temperatures are above 80°F in summer). Make sure to water soil more often than leaves. For best results, water in the early morning so foliage has time to dry before nightfall.

sunlight

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Moon' prefer partial shade conditions for best growth, which means at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day. Ideally, these hostas should be situated in a spot that receives morning sunshine and filtered light during the remainder of the day. They should also be sheltered from hot, mid-day sun for best performance. During the hottest months of the year, it is best to provide a bit of additional shade, especially during the afternoon.

pruning

For best results, Hosta 'Blue Moon' should be pruned at least once a year, usually in late spring or early summer after the main growing season. Pruning should be done lightly, removing only dead or damaged leaves and taking care not to prune too aggressively. To help maintain a healthy appearance, the centre of the plant should also be lightly thinned out as needed. Cutting stems back to ground level after the leaves have died back in the fall will help keep the plant looking tidy and can prevent excess spread.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Moon' typically starts flowering in late June or early July.

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