H. ‘Little Wiggler’

Overview

Registered in 2005 by P. and J. Ruh, this miniature hosta is a seedling of *Hosta gracillima* with unknown pollen parent. Its most distinctive features are the narrow, lance-shaped leaves with heavily rippled, light green margins and a waxy surface that is slightly shiny above and very shiny beneath.

In the Garden

'Hosta Little Wiggler' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 9.5 inches (24.1 cm) in height and 18 inches (45.7 cm) in diameter, with a fast growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, where its variegated foliage maintains color intensity. The small size and tidy habit make it well suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders, and it pairs effectively with other miniature hostas or fine-textured shade perennials such as *Heuchera* or ferns.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage, though the waxy leaf surface may offer slight resistance to slugs.