H. ‘Zipper’
Hosta ‘Zipper’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Section class | V-2 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2004, *Hosta* 'Zipper' is a miniature cultivar of unknown pollen parentage, derived from *Hosta* 'Chartreuse Wiggles'. It is distinguished by its extremely narrow, lance-shaped leaves of medium blue-green, which are lightly wavy and possess only two to three vein pairs, giving the foliage a fine-textured, almost grass-like appearance.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 22 inches (55.9 cm) and a height of 8 inches (20.3 cm), 'Zipper' forms a low, dense mound suitable for the front of a border, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It performs best in partial to dappled shade and, given its miniature size, is an excellent candidate for container culture. Its fine, wavy leaves contrast well with broad-leaved companions such as *Heuchera* or small ferns.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, protection from slugs and deer may be necessary in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 8 in (20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 22 in (55.9 cm) |
| Leaf length | 4.25 in (10.8 cm) |
| Leaf width | 0.75 in (1.9 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 3 |
| Leaf | medium blue green slightly rippled margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; lightly wavy |
| Flower scape height | 12–16 in (30.5–40.6 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | very small lance-shaped wavy leaves |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. 'Chartreuse Wiggles' — H. ‘Chartreuse Wiggles’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-2, miniature size):
- H. ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ (2000)
- H. ‘Ellen’ (1987)
- H. ‘Daniel’ (1986)
- H. ‘Blue Cadet’ (1974)
- H. ‘Itsy Bitsy Spider’ (2004)
- H. ‘Lap Dance’ (2004)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #6275