H. ‘Lemontini’

Overview

Registered in 2009, 'Lemontini' is a small hosta cultivar derived from a golden yellow sport of *Hosta* 'Blue Dimples' crossed with *Hosta* 'Shining Tot'. Its most distinctive visual feature is the golden yellow foliage that forms a compact, mound-like clump, with leaves bearing green centers and gold margins.

In the Garden

This miniature hosta reaches 7 inches (17.8 cm) in height and spreads to 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its small size makes it well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. The golden yellow leaves pair effectively with darker-leaved companions such as heucheras or ferns, and the plant adapts readily to container culture.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage foliage, so monitor regularly and apply control measures if needed.