H. ‘Waning Moon’

Overview

Registered in 1999, *Hosta* 'Waning Moon' is a large, mound-forming cultivar of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive feature is the combination of green leaf centers with wide, heavily rippled golden yellow margins, complemented by a very shiny lower leaf surface.

In the Garden

'Waning Moon' reaches a mature height of 29 inches (73.7 cm) and spreads to 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, forming a dense, moderate-growing mound. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, where its gold margins remain brightest. The substantial leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade perennials; the plant's large size makes it suitable as a specimen or in the middle of a border.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as the broad, shiny leaves are attractive to both pests.