H. ‘Emerson's Small One’
Hosta ‘Emerson's Small One’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by AHS, K. Walek.
| Year registered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | AHS, K. Walek |
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2009 by K. Walek of the American Hosta Society, this miniature cultivar is believed to derive from Hosta venusta parentage. 'Emerson's Small One' is distinguished by its small, ovate leaves with green, slightly rippled margins and a dull underside, forming a compact, mound-like habit.
In the Garden
'Emerson's Small One' reaches a mature spread of approximately 22 inches (55.9 cm) and a height of 6 inches (15.2 cm), making it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. It performs best in partial to full shade conditions typical of hosta-growing zones and pairs well with other miniature perennials such as Heuchera or small ferns. Its small size and mounded form also make it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs may damage foliage, so monitor regularly; deer resistance is typical for small-leaved hostas but not guaranteed.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | green slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 21 in (53.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: believed to be of H. venusta background
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. ‘Chirp’ (2009)
- H. ‘Collector's Choice’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #1630. How we check this data.