H. ‘Fountain’
Hosta ‘Fountain’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by K.J.W. Hensen.
| Year registered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | K.J.W. Hensen |
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1983 by K.J.W. Hensen, this large cultivar resulted from a cross between Hosta montana (pod parent) and Hosta sieboldiana (pollen parent). 'Fountain' is distinguished by its variegated foliage: leaves feature green waxy margins with a glossy upper surface and pruinose (powdery) underside, each measuring 10 inches (25.4 cm) long and 7.5 inches (19.1 cm) wide with 11 pairs of veins.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 42 inches (106.7 cm) and height of 30 inches (76.2 cm), 'Fountain' forms a substantial mound suitable for mid-border or woodland garden positions. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegated leaves remain most vibrant. The scape height is variable, recorded as 50 to 0 inches (127.0 to 0.0 cm), suggesting inconsistent flowering behavior; when present, pale lavender flowers appear in midsummer. Companion plants such as ferns, Heuchera, or Astilbe provide textural contrast without competing for light.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during establishment, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protect from deer and monitor for slug damage, particularly in damp conditions.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 30 in (76.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 42 in (106.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 11 |
| Leaf | green waxy margins; glossy on top; pruinose underneath |
| Flower scape height | 50 in (127.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. montana
- Pollen parent: H. sieboldiana
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Fountain’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Jade Point’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Woodland Green’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Aphrodite’ (2009)
- H. ‘Circus Clown’ (1983)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1869. How we check this data.