H. ‘Tiny Bubbles’
Hosta ‘Tiny Bubbles’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2008, this small hosta cultivar produces narrowly ovate, slightly twisted leaves in green with gold margins, the foliage exhibiting a lightly folded and moderately wavy habit. Its distinctive closed flowers are lavender with a reddish base, borne on greenish-yellow scapes reaching 21 to 23 inches (53.3–58.4 cm) in height.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 16 inches (40.6 cm) and height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), 'Tiny Bubbles' forms a compact mound suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as edging along pathways. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of most hostas, and its small stature makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Pair with fine-textured shade perennials such as ferns or heucheras to complement its narrow, gold-margined leaves.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, particularly during dry spells, and apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so monitor and protect as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.5 in (11.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 4 |
| Leaf | yellow slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly twisted, lightly folded, moderately wavy |
| Flower scape height | 21–23 in (53.3–58.4 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | becomes greenish yellow in summer |
| Notable characteristics | small yellow narrowly ovate leaves, blooms are closed, lavender with reddish base |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5729