H. ‘Lakeside Knickknack’
Hosta ‘Lakeside Knickknack’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-7 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1994 by an unknown breeder, 'Lakeside Knickknack' is a small, mound-forming hosta derived from a seedling pod parent pollinated by *Hosta* 'Hydon Sunset'. Its primary visual distinction lies in the streaked variegation of its leaves, which also extends into the scape, creating a cohesive pattern of light and dark markings across the plant.
In the Garden
This cultivar reaches a mature diameter of 15 inches (38.1 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its compact size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as growth emerges; minimal additional feeding is required. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | streaked smooth margins; slightly shiny on top; dull underneath |
| Flower scape height | 15–19 in (38.1–48.3 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: seedling
- Pollen parent: H. 'Hydon Sunset' — H. ‘Hydon Sunset’
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Lakeside Knickknack’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Lakeside a Go Go’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lakeside Cricket’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lakeside Down Sized’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lakeside Lime Tart’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lakeside Miss Muffett’ (sport)
- H. ‘Lakeside Paddywack’ (sport)
- H. ‘Lakeside Scamp’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Lakeside Tee Ki’ (seedling (pod parent))
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. ‘Lakeside Kaleidoscope’ (1994)
- H. ‘Granada’ (1995)
- H. ‘Sailors' Warning’ (1995)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3222