H. ‘Monopoly’
Hosta ‘Monopoly’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
A sport of *Hosta* 'Pilgrim' registered in 1998, 'Monopoly' is a small, mound-forming cultivar distinguished by its medium green leaves with slightly rippled margins and a streaked variegation pattern. The leaves are slightly shiny on both surfaces, with five pairs of veins and a rounded base, contributing to a compact, tidy appearance.
In the Garden
'Monopoly' reaches a mature diameter of 12 inches (30.5 cm) and a height of 6.5 inches (16.5 cm), with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for rock gardens, container plantings, or the front of shaded borders. Its small size pairs effectively with fine-textured companions such as ferns, heucheras, or dwarf Japanese forest grass.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like many hostas, 'Monopoly' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage; monitor and manage as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green streaked slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 19–24 in (48.3–61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Pilgrim' — H. ‘Pilgrim’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-7, small size):
- H. ‘Stars and Stripes’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ray of Hope’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lodikito’ (2013)
- H. ‘Boogie Woogie’ (1998)
- H. ‘Obsession’ (1998)
- H. ‘Pink Panther’ (1998)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3864