H. ‘Suzuki Thumbnail’
Hosta ‘Suzuki Thumbnail’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by K. Suzuki & P. Ruh.
| Year registered | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | K. Suzuki & P. Ruh |
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1987 by K. Suzuki and P. Ruh, this miniature cultivar is a hybrid of *Hosta venusta*. Its distinguishing features are a compact, dome-shaped habit and variegated foliage, with small leaves displaying a green margin and a lighter center.
In the Garden
'Suzuki Thumbnail' reaches a mature diameter of 6 inches (15.2 cm) and a height of 3 inches (7.6 cm), making it suitable for the front of a shaded border, rock gardens, or troughs. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs well with other small woodland perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. 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 as needed.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Flower scape height | 13 in (33.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. venusta
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘First Class’ (2001)
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Hart's Tongue’ (1987)
- H. ‘Margaret’ (1987)
- H. ‘Sugar Plum Fairy’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abiqua Ground Cover’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5562