H. ‘Slim and Trim’
Hosta ‘Slim and Trim’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by R. Kuenster, AHS.
| Year registered | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | R. Kuenster, AHS |
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2010 by R. Kuenster, *Hosta* 'Slim and Trim' is a miniature cultivar derived from *Hosta* 'Purple Verticulated Elf' (pod parent; pollen parent unknown). It is distinguished by its narrow, lance-shaped blue-green leaves with a glaucous bloom on both surfaces, which are lightly cupped, twisted, and wavy, forming a compact mound.
In the Garden
'Slim and Trim' is suitable for partial to full shade, typical of most hostas. At maturity, it forms a mound approximately 24 inches (61 cm) tall and 54 inches (137 cm) wide, with a fast growth rate. Its small, textured leaves make it an excellent choice for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border, where it pairs well with fine-textured ferns or small sedges. Its miniature size also suits container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. While slug and deer resistance is not absolute, the glaucous leaf surface may offer some deterrence; monitor for damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 24 in (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 54 in (137.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | medium blue-green flat margins; glaucous bloom on top; glaucous bloom underneath; lightly cupped, lightly twisted, lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 13–16 in (33.0–40.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | small wavy cupped lance shaped leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Purple Verticulated Elf' — H. ‘Purple Verticulated Elf’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ellen’ (1987)
- H. ‘Daniel’ (1986)
- H. ‘Blue Cadet’ (1974)
- H. ‘Tet-A-Poo’ (2010)
- H. ‘Quill’ (2009)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5211