H. ‘Muffie’
Hosta ‘Muffie’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1996, *Hosta* 'Muffie' is a miniature cultivar derived from *Hosta* 'Bravo' as the pod parent, with unknown pollen parentage. It is visually distinctive for its compact mound of medium green leaves edged in creamy white to white margins, with slightly rippled leaf surfaces and a tapered base.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, 'Muffie' forms a tidy, mound-like clump with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small perennials such as ferns, heucheras, or miniature sedges. Its miniature size makes it an excellent choice for containers, trough gardens, or the front of a shaded border.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Muffie' may be susceptible to slug and deer damage, so monitoring and protective measures are advisable in areas where these pests are prevalent.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | medium green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, creamy white to white, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 12–24 in (30.5–61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Bravo' — H. ‘Bravo’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘White Dove’ (1995)
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
- H. ‘Imp’ (2006)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #3930