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Hosta 'Minima'

Also Known As

  • Hosta minima

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

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Hosta 'Minima' plant details

Hosta 'Minima' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Minima'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: long-lived, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Minima'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We raised this from British seed, minima is a species of somewhat dubious status sitting close to venusta, whatever its taxonomic standing it is a tiny little plant, worth growing in a shady rockgarden.

Gardening facts about Hosta 'Minima' plant

How to Grow Hosta 'Minima'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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