Few plants command attention like Midnight Oil hosta. This refined cultivar glows with depth and luster—its thick, dark green leaves gleam as though brushed with polish, both above and beneath. The lightly corrugated and gently folded foliage forms an elegant upright mound, each leaf perfectly poised to catch the light. In midsummer, pale purple blooms streaked with darker lines rise above the clump, offering a soft counterpoint to the bold, glossy foliage.
 
More than a shade plant, Midnight Oil is a statement piece—its rich sheen and poised presence lend sophistication to mixed borders, woodland gardens, or any spot that craves drama and depth.
 
Collector’s Corner
Introduced by B. & D. Stegeman, H. ‘Midnight Oil’ is an original seedling derived from H. ‘Potomac Pride’ × H. ‘Neat Splash Rim’. Its dark, lustrous foliage distinguishes it among mid-sized hostas—few exhibit such mirror-like shine on both leaf surfaces. Collectors value its unique balance of elegance and strength, with texture, sheen, and form that combine into something quietly extraordinary.