H. ‘Little Dart’
Hosta ‘Little Dart’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Fisher.
| Year registered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Originator | E. Fisher |
| Registrant | P. Ruh |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1995 by E. Fisher and P. Ruh, this small sport of *Hosta* 'Lancifolia' forms a compact, spreading clump 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall and 13.5 inches (34.3 cm) in diameter. Its narrow, lance-shaped leaves are dark green with smooth margins, measuring 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) long and 1.63 inches (4.1 cm) wide, with four vein pairs, a dull upper surface, and a slightly shiny underside.
In the Garden
'Little Dart' is suited to partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and reaches a mature spread of approximately 14 inches (36 cm). Its small size and narrow leaves make it appropriate for edging, rock gardens, or the front of a shaded border, where it pairs well with small ferns or woodland groundcovers. The plant’s compact habit also suits container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slug and deer resistance is not absolute, the narrow, smooth leaves may be less appealing to slugs than broader-leaved cultivars.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 13.5 in (34.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.63 in (4.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | dark green smooth margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 20.5 in (52.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Sport parent: Sport of H. 'Lancifolia'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Temple Bells’ (1992)
- H. ‘Bridegroom’ (1990)
- H. ‘Kokuryu’ (2000)
- H. ‘Spartan Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Nellie Grey’ (2002)
- H. ‘Midnight Ride’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3437