H. ‘Lottie Daa’

Hosta ‘Lottie Daa’ is a registered cultivar (2004) .

Year registered	2004
Section class	IV-3 (Small)

Overview

Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Lottie Daa' is a small, fast-growing cultivar resulting from a cross between *H. 'Subcrocea'* (pod parent) and *H. 'Invincible'* (pollen parent). It is visually distinguished by its green leaves with greenish-yellow margins, broadly ovate with cordate bases, and its yellow scapes bearing flared, fragrant flowers.

In the Garden

'Lottie Daa' forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 26 inches (66.0 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container culture. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of most hostas, and pairs well with small ferns, heucheras, or spring bulbs. Its fast growth rate allows it to fill in quickly in suitable conditions.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While 'Lottie Daa' has good leaf substance, standard slug and deer precautions are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.

Size and leaf

Clump height	10 in (25.4 cm)
Clump width	26 in (66 cm)
Leaf length	6 in (15.2 cm)
Leaf width	4 in (10.2 cm)
Vein pairs	8
Leaf	slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; and flat
Flower scape height	18–22 in (45.7–55.9 cm)
Seasonal colour change	very bright in the springs, greens up some later
Notable characteristics	fast growing small yellow with good substance; flared fragrant flowers

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Parentage

Pod parent: H. 'Subcrocea' — H. ‘Subcrocea’
Pollen parent: H. 'Invincible' — H. ‘Invincible’

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #3522