H. ‘Tucker Tiny Tot’
Hosta ‘Tucker Tiny Tot’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1995, this miniature hosta cultivar originated from a cross between a seedling of *Hosta* 'Kabitan' (pod parent) and a seedling of *Hosta* 'Herifu' (pollen parent). 'Tucker Tiny Tot' is distinguished by its compact, semi-upright habit and variegated foliage, with dark green leaf margins and a smooth, slightly shiny upper surface contrasting with a very shiny underside.
In the Garden
Reaching approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) in diameter and 4 inches (10.2 cm) in height, this miniature hosta is well-suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border. It performs best in partial to full shade and pairs effectively with other small perennials such as miniature ferns or *Heuchera* cultivars. Its modest size makes it an excellent candidate for container cultivation.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, monitor for slug and deer damage, particularly in shaded, moist locations.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Leaf | dark green smooth margins; slightly shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 8–9 in (20.3–22.9 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Kabitan' seedling — H. ‘Kabitan’
- Pollen parent: H. 'Herifu' seedling — H. ‘Herifu’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘First Class’ (2001)
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Cody’ (1996)
- H. ‘Concordia Petite’ (1996)
- H. ‘Emeralds and Rubies’ (1994)
- H. ‘Front Forty’ (1996)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #5832