Hosta Little Stiffy 2a or in a perennial border

or in a perennial border

although we shear it back just prior to flowering

If regular wine cups don't fit into your color scheme (they do clash with old blue Chevys and flue-pipe planters)

A clump formed from the large rounded 3-4" leaves makes a spectacular specimen for the woodland rock garden

Hosta Little Stiffy 2a or in a perennial borderThose who knew the late Herb Benedict knew that he enjoyed pushing the limits when naming his new hosta introductions, and Hosta 'Little Stiffy' is a classic example. This darling miniature makes a 6" wide clump of stiff, narrow, golden foliage. If the foliage becomes limp and remains so for more than 48 hours, this may be a sign of a serious condition, so call your plant doctor immediately. This has become one of our favorite small hostas for the