H. ‘Dimity’
Hosta ‘Dimity’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1998, Hosta 'Dimity' is a miniature hybrid derived from Hosta 'Baby Kim'. It forms a compact, fast-growing mound of narrow, variegated leaves with medium green, slightly rippled margins and a dull upper surface, reaching only 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) in height and 7 inches (17.8 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'Dimity' thrives in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and is well-suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders due to its diminutive size. Its small scale pairs effectively with other miniature hostas, small ferns, or low-growing shade perennials such as Tiarella or Heucherella. The plant's compact habit also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. As with most hostas, protection from slugs and deer may be necessary in garden settings.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
| Leaf length | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 0.5 in (1.3 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Leaf | medium green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 6–10 in (15.2–25.4 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Baby Kim' — H. ‘Baby Kim’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Humor’ (1998)
- H. ‘Margey’ (1998)
- H. ‘Flat Clyde’ (1997)
- H. ‘Gummy Bear’ (1999)
- H. ‘Hirao Elite’ (1997)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1447. How we check this data.