H. ‘Tall Twister’
Hosta ‘Tall Twister’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by E. Minks.
| Year registered | 1973 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | E. Minks |
| Section class | IV-1 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1973 by E. Minks, this small hosta cultivar is distinguished by its unusually narrow, elongated leaves with medium green, ruffled margins. The foliage reaches 12 inches (30.5 cm) in length but only 2 inches (5.1 cm) in width, with 5 to 6 vein pairs per leaf and variegated coloration.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 12 inches (30.5 cm) and height of 12 inches (30.5 cm), 'Tall Twister' forms a compact, upright clump suitable for small spaces or container cultivation. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small woodland perennials such as ferns or heucheras. The scape height is listed as 24 inches (61.0 cm), though this measurement appears incomplete in the registry.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; slug and deer damage may occur in garden settings typical of hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | medium green ruffled margins |
| Flower scape height | 24 in (61.0 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Tall Twister’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Curls’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-1, small size):
- H. ‘Alpine Dream’ (1982)
- H. ‘Pearl Lake’ (1982)
- H. ‘Betty’ (1983)
- H. ‘Purple Dwarf’ (1983)
- H. ‘Nicola’ (1984)
- H. ‘Sweet Winifred’ (1984)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5608