H. ‘Chirp’
Hosta ‘Chirp’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2009, 'Chirp' is a sport of an unidentified parent, notable for its miniature size and variegated foliage. The leaves are lanceolate with rounded bases, medium green in color with flat margins, and measure 2 inches (5.1 cm) long by 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide, bearing four vein pairs.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 18 inches (45.7 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), this cultivar forms a compact, mound-like habit suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella. Its miniature stature makes it an excellent choice for trough gardens or small-scale woodland settings.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, avoiding waterlogged soil. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slugs and deer may browse the foliage, the small leaf size often reduces their interest relative to larger hosta cultivars.
This summary was generated with AI from the registry record and has not been reviewed yet; the registry data on this page is the reference. How we use AI.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | medium green flat margins |
| Flower scape height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Abiqua Jim Dandy’ (2009)
- H. ‘Appletini’ (2009)
- H. ‘Baby Kim’ (2009)
- H. ‘Collector's Choice’ (2009)
- H. ‘Elsley Runner’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1029. How we check this data.