H. ‘Minnie Bell’
Hosta ‘Minnie Bell’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Benedict.
| Year registered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Benedict |
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1985 by R. Benedict, this miniature hosta was selfed from *H.* 'Neat Splash'. It forms a compact mound of narrow, lance-shaped leaves with green centers and margins that transition from white to creamy yellow as the season progresses.
In the Garden
*Hosta* 'Minnie Bell' reaches a mature size of 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height with a spread of 8 inches (20.3 cm), making it suitable for the front of a border, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, as is typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small perennials such as *Heuchera* or miniature ferns. Its diminutive stature also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, particularly in dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur and should be managed through appropriate barriers or deterrents.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Flower scape height | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Neat Splash' — H. ‘Neat Splash’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Neat Splash' — H. ‘Neat Splash’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Jadette’ (1982)
- H. ‘White Dove’ (1995)
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3782