Hosta 'Moerheim' – Classic Fortunei Type with History

Hosta 'Moerheim': Vintage Fortunei Cultivar

'Moerheim', also known as 'Fortunei Moerheim', represents the historic fortunei group of hostas. These cultivars, derived from Hosta fortunei, were among the first hostas widely grown in Western gardens. 'Moerheim' carries this legacy with its classic vase-shaped habit and wavy, medium-green foliage.

Historical Context

• Family: Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
• Genus: Hosta (HOSS-tuh)
• Cultivar: Moerheim
• Also known as: Fortunei Moerheim

Garden Performance

'Moerheim' forms an elegant, upright mound of ovate, wavy leaves with a satiny sheen. The fortunei heritage confers better sun tolerance than many hostas, allowing it to thrive in brighter locations (though afternoon shade is still preferred). Its vertical habit makes it valuable for narrow spaces or as a vertical accent.

Lavender flowers bloom on tall scapes in late summer. This cultivar's enduring presence in cultivation—despite the explosion of newer varieties—speaks to its fundamental garden worthiness. It's a living link to the early days of hosta popularity, when fortunei types dominated the market. For historical gardens or those seeking classic form, 'Moerheim' delivers timeless appeal.