H. ‘Little Ann’
Hosta ‘Little Ann’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by D. Stone & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | D. Stone & P. Ruh |
| Section class | V-4a (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by D. Stone and P. Ruh, Hosta 'Little Ann' is a miniature cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinctive for its upright, narrow leaves with yellow-green-white margins and a green center, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Little Ann' reaches approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) in height and 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of a border, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with other small perennials such as Heuchera or Tiarella. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as with most hostas.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.75 in (9.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 5.5 in (14.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4a, miniature size):
- H. ‘Frosted Mini-muffins’ (2000)
- H. ‘Elfin Cup’ (1988)
- H. ‘Shere Khan’ (1995)
- H. ‘Lemon Frost’ (2002)
- H. ‘Lakeside Down Sized’ (2003)
- H. ‘Lemon Sorbet’ (2003)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3423. How we check this data.