HOSTA AUGUST MOON / PLANTAIN LILY

HOSTA AUGUST MOON / PLANTAIN LILY: Hosta 'August Moon' is a striking perennial known for its large, heart-shaped leaves that feature a beautiful golden-yellow to chartreuse color, which deepens as the season progresses. This Hosta variety stands out for its bold, vibrant foliage, creating a bright and welcoming presence in shaded or partially shaded gardens, borders, and containers.

Why Choose Hosta 'August Moon'?

Comparison: Unlike other Hostas, 'August Moon' offers a unique golden hue that transitions to a deeper, more mature color, providing a beautiful seasonal shift in the garden.
Companions: Pairs wonderfully with other shade-loving plants like ferns, astilbes, or contrast nicely with darker-leaved plants for added depth and visual interest.

Key Features:

Golden-Yellow to Chartreuse Leaves: Large, heart-shaped leaves that change color as the season progresses, creating a bright, striking contrast in shaded spaces.
Shade Tolerant: Thrives in shady to partially shaded areas, perfect for brightening up dark corners of your garden or under tree canopies.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it a perfect addition for low-maintenance gardens, and is deer-resistant and rabbit-resistant.
Mounding Growth Habit: Forms a neat, compact mound, ideal for filling in garden beds or as an elegant ground cover.
Summer Flowers: Produces pale lavender flowers on tall stems that bloom in mid-summer, adding an extra touch of color to your shade garden.

Specifications:

Bloom Time: Mid-summer.
Height: 45–60 cm | Spread: 60–90 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 3–9.

Hosta 'August Moon' is the ideal choice for gardeners looking to add vibrant, low-maintenance foliage to shady areas. Its stunning golden leaves and elegant mounding habit make it a standout addition to any garden or landscape.