H. ‘Tiny Tears’

Overview

Registered in 1977 by R. Savory, this miniature hosta is a hybrid of *Hosta venusta*. It forms a compact mound 2 inches (5.1 cm) high and 7 inches (17.8 cm) in diameter, with small variegated leaves featuring medium green margins and a lighter center.

In the Garden

'Tiny Tears' reaches a mature spread of approximately 7 inches (17.8 cm) and a height of 2 inches (5.1 cm), with leaf blades measuring 1 inch (2.5 cm) long and 0.75 inch (1.9 cm) wide. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for miniature hostas, and is well-suited for trough gardens, rockeries, or the front of a shaded border. Its diminutive size makes it an excellent companion for other small perennials such as miniature ferns or *Heucherella*.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, but avoid waterlogged soil. Fertilize lightly in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.