H. ‘Tiddlywinks’
Hosta ‘Tiddlywinks’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Banyai.
| Year registered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | P. Banyai |
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1989 by P. Banyai, 'Tiddlywinks' is a miniature hosta distinguished by its medium green leaves with creamy white, slightly irregular margins. The leaf blades are lanceolate, measuring 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) long and 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) wide, with three vein pairs, and the margins are approximately 0.25 inches (0.6 cm) wide.
In the Garden
'Tiddlywinks' forms a compact mound reaching 7 inches (17.8 cm) in height and 14 inches (35.6 cm) in diameter, making it suitable for rock gardens, container plantings, or the front of a border. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for variegated hostas, and pairs well with other miniature perennials such as small ferns, Heuchera, or Tiarella. Its diminutive size also makes it an excellent candidate for trough gardens or fairy gardens.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may damage the foliage, so appropriate deterrents should be considered in areas where these pests are prevalent.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.25 in (3.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Leaf | medium green with .25in (0.6cm) wide, creamy white, slighty irregular margins |
| Flower scape height | 22–25 in (55.9–63.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Little Wonder’ (1989)
- H. ‘Carrie Ann’ (1988)
- H. ‘Jo Jo’ (1987)
- H. ‘Little Bo Peep’ (1991)
- H. ‘Stiletto’ (1987)
- H. ‘Minnie Bell’ (1985)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5711. How we check this data.