H. ‘Monkey Fist’
Hosta ‘Monkey Fist’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Section class | III-7 (Medium) |
Overview
Registered in 1999 by an unknown hybridizer, 'Monkey Fist' is a medium-sized variegated hosta of unknown parentage. Its distinguishing features include dull, slightly rippled leaves with a very shiny underside, maroon scapes, and a fast growth rate that forms a dense, mound-like clump.
In the Garden
'Monkey Fist' reaches 20 inches (50.8 cm) in height and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its fast growth allows it to fill space quickly. The variegated foliage pairs well with ferns, heucheras, and other shade-tolerant perennials; its medium size makes it suitable for border fronts or as a groundcover in woodland gardens.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formula. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor and apply controls as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 20 in (50.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 36 in (91.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 7.5 in (19.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Leaf | streaked slightly rippled margins; dull on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 28–32 in (71.1–81.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (III-7, medium size):
- H. ‘Dimpled Chad’ (2001)
- H. ‘Seventh Heaven’ (1994)
- H. ‘Game Boy’ (2011)
- H. ‘So Nice’ (2015)
- H. ‘Dark Nebula’ (1999)
- H. ‘Electra’ (1999)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3861