H. ‘Fury of Flame’
Hosta ‘Fury of Flame’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | M. Zilis & T&Z Nursery |
| Section class | II-7 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by M. Zilis and T&Z Nursery, 'Fury of Flame' is a large hosta cultivar derived from a seedling of *Hosta ventricosa* 'Aureomaculata'. It is visually distinctive for its green leaves with gold margins and chartreuse streaks, creating a variegated pattern that extends into the leaf margins.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature spread of approximately 46 inches (117 cm) and a height of 23 inches (58 cm), making it suitable for mid-border or specimen placement in partial to full shade. Its large, prominently veined leaves pair well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials. The scape, which can reach up to 40 inches (102 cm) in height, supports lavender flowers in midsummer.
Care Notes
'Fury of Flame' performs best in moist, well-drained soil with consistent watering during dry periods. Fertilize lightly in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 23 in (58.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 46 in (116.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 7.75 in (19.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 9 |
| Flower scape height | 40 in (101.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: seedling of H. ventricosa 'Aureomaculata'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-7, large size):
- H. ‘Justice’ (2003)
- H. ‘Cosmic Sister’ (2006)
- H. ‘Quesadilla’ (2010)
- H. ‘Color Accord’ (1982)
- H. ‘Fragrant Candelabra’ (1982)
- H. ‘Marbled Bouquet’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1990