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.
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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. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Hart's Tongue’ (1987)
- H. ‘Margaret’ (1987)
- H. ‘Sugar Plum Fairy’ (1987)
- H. ‘Abiqua Ground Cover’ (1988)
- H. ‘Abiqua Miniature’ (1988)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5562. How we check this data.