H. ‘Crested Surf’

Hosta ‘Crested Surf’ is a registered cultivar (1990) , originated by H. & D. Benedict.

Year registered	1990
Registrant	H. & D. Benedict
Section class	IV-4b (Small)

Overview

Registered in 1990 by H. & D. Benedict, 'Crested Surf' is a small hosta distinguished by its green leaves with creamy white, undulated margins. The leaf margins are notably wavy, contributing to the cultivar's common visual association with surf or cresting water.

In the Garden

This small hosta reaches approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and spreads to 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for the genus, and is well-suited to rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. Due to its compact size, it is an excellent candidate for container cultivation. Companion plants might include small ferns, heucheras, or other miniature hostas.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with many hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor and manage as needed.

Size and leaf

Clump height	5 in (12.7 cm)
Clump width	8 in (20.3 cm)
Leaf length	5.5 in (14 cm)
Leaf width	2 in (5.1 cm)
Vein pairs	4
Leaf	green creamy white, undulated margins
Flower scape height	12 in (30.5 cm)

From the American Hosta Society Registry record.

Parentage

Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Crested Surf’ as a parent:

H. ‘Fruit Punch’ (seedling (pollen parent))
H. ‘Locomotion’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Persian Red’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Proud Sentry’ (seedling (pod parent))
H. ‘Storm’ (seedling (pollen parent))

Similar cultivars

Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):

Related guides

Registration data: AHS Registry #1253