Hosta 'Dancing In The Moonlight'

Hosta 'Dancing in the Moonlight' is a medium sized hosta prized for its bright golden yellow foliage with gently rippled margins that catch and reflect light in shaded gardens. Its luminous color holds well through the season, making it an excellent choice for adding contrast and visual interest to woodland plantings and borders.

Height & Spread: 14 - 18 in x 30 - 36 in

Bloom Time: Mid summer

Light Requirements: Partial shade

Soil Preference: Rich, moist, well drained soils

Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Deer Resistance: Low deer resistance

Native Status

Hosta 'Dancing in the Moonlight' is a hybrid cultivar derived from species native to Asia and is not native to North America.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Bees

• Lavender summer blooms attract bees and other pollinators.

Hummingbirds

• Occasionally visited by Ruby Throated Hummingbirds for nectar.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

• Space 30 - 36 in apart to allow for mature spread and airflow.

Landscape Placement

• Ideal for brightening shaded borders, woodland gardens, and layered plantings where foliage contrast is desired.

Companion Plants

• Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (Japanese Forest Grass) - Echoes golden tones while adding soft, flowing texture.
• Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss) - Provides cool silver foliage contrast in shade.
• Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Pink' (Chinese Astilbe) - Adds vertical blooms and thrives in similar moisture conditions.
• Heuchera 'Lime Rickey' (Coral Bells) - Enhances layered foliage interest with bright green tones.