H. ‘Abiqua Ground Cover’
Hosta ‘Abiqua Ground Cover’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Walden West.
| Year registered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Walden West |
| Section class | V-1 (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 1988 by Walden West, this miniature hosta forms a compact, stoloniferous clump that spreads to create a low ground cover. Its small, gray-green leaves feature subtle undulation along the margins and measure 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) long by 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide, with six pairs of veins.
In the Garden
Reaching only 9 inches (22.9 cm) in height and spreading to 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter, 'Abiqua Ground Cover' is well suited for the front of shaded borders, rock gardens, or as an edging plant. Its diminutive size and spreading habit make it an excellent choice for containers or trough gardens. It pairs naturally with other miniature hostas, small ferns, or fine-textured shade perennials like Tiarella or Heucherella.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season and apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. As with most hostas, this cultivar is susceptible to slug and deer damage in typical hosta-growing zones.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 9 in (22.9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.5 in (6.4 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | gray green some undulationd margins |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-1, miniature size):
- H. ‘Gus’ (2008)
- H. ‘Abiqua Miniature’ (1988)
- H. ‘Birchwood Gem’ (1989)
- H. ‘Hart's Tongue’ (1987)
- H. ‘Margaret’ (1987)
- H. ‘Stone's Valentine’ (1989)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #65. How we check this data.