H. ‘Wagner's Petite’

Overview

Registered in 1985 by W. Wagner, this miniature hosta forms a compact mound of variegated foliage. Its leaves are distinguished by dark green margins surrounding a lighter center, with each blade measuring approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) long and 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) wide, bearing two vein pairs.

In the Garden

With a mature spread of 6 inches (15.2 cm) and a height of only 2 inches (5.1 cm), 'Wagner's Petite' is well-suited for the front of a shaded border, rock gardens, or trough plantings. It thrives in partial to full shade and pairs effectively with other miniature perennials such as small ferns or creeping sedums. Its diminutive 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 with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor regularly and apply controls as needed. This cultivar performs best in typical hosta-growing zones with adequate organic matter in the soil.