H. ‘Little Wonder’
Hosta ‘Little Wonder’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by W. & E. Lachman.
| Year registered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | W. & E. Lachman |
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1989 by W. & E. Lachman, 'Little Wonder' is a miniature hosta of unknown parentage. It is distinguished by its small, dark green leaves with broad creamy white margins, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Little Wonder' reaches approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade in typical hosta-growing zones and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent choice for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. 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 | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.25 in (5.7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 14–16 in (35.6–40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Little Wonder’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Baby Bear’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Bedazzled’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Con Te Partiro’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Cute as a Button’ (sport)
- H. ‘Goldfinch’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Light of Day’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Marlu's Carrie Lynn’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Marlu's Evelyn Lucile’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Marlu's Sandra Jill’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Minnesota Wild’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Tic Tac’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Wonder Woman’ (sport)
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘White Dove’ (1995)
- H. ‘Jadette’ (1982)
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3475