H. ‘Pitter Patter’
Hosta ‘Pitter Patter’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-5b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2007, this miniature hosta originated from a cross between seedling 95-318 and *Hosta* 'Fall Bouquet'. 'Pitter Patter' forms a compact mound of lance-shaped, blue-green leaves edged with narrow, pale yellow margins; the leaf surface is dull above with a glaucous bloom beneath.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 11 inches (27.9 cm) and height of 3 inches (7.6 cm), 'Pitter Patter' is suited to the front of a shaded border, rock gardens, or trough plantings. Its small size makes it an excellent candidate for containers. Pair with other miniature hostas or fine-textured shade perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. It performs best in partial to full shade with consistent moisture.
Care Notes
Water regularly during dry periods; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Pitter Patter' is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green with .1in (0.3cm) wide, pale yellow, flat margins; dull on top; glaucous bloom underneath; flat |
| Flower scape height | 14–16 in (35.6–40.6 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: 95-318
- Pollen parent: H. 'Fall Bouquet'
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-5b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Butterfly’ (2012)
- H. ‘Alakazaam’ (2008)
- H. ‘Fairy Frizzle’ (2006)
- H. ‘Hush Puppie’ (2005)
- H. ‘Lemon Delight’ (2005)
- H. ‘Wedding Band’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4372