H. ‘Manhattan’
Hosta ‘Manhattan’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Section class | II-1 (Large) |
Overview
Registered in 1994, this large hybrid hosta produces a dense, mound-shaped clump reaching 32 inches (81.3 cm) in diameter and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in height. The foliage is variegated, with light green leaves bearing heavy rippled margins, a slightly shiny upper surface, and a dull underside; each leaf measures 11 inches (27.9 cm) long by 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide, with 12 vein pairs and a cordate base.
In the Garden
Hosta 'Manhattan' performs best in partial to full shade, where its substantial mound habit and rippled leaf margins provide strong textural contrast. Mature plants form a broad clump suitable for mid-border placement or as a specimen in shaded beds. It pairs well with ferns, astilbes, and other shade-tolerant perennials that complement its large, light green foliage.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the foliage.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 32 in (81.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 12 |
| Leaf | light green heavy ripples margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 32–38 in (81.3–96.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Manhattan’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Dahlonega’ (seedling (pollen parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (II-1, large size):
- H. ‘Willy Nilly’ (1996)
- H. ‘Tracy's Emerald Cup’ (1997)
- H. ‘Duke’ (1988)
- H. ‘Nakaimo’ (1986)
- H. ‘Foxfire Irish Moon’ (2003)
- H. ‘Pioneer’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3620