H. ‘Ginko Craig’
Hosta ‘Ginko Craig’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by J. Craig & A. Summers & AHS.
| Year registered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | J. Craig & A. Summers & AHS |
| Section class | IV-4b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1986 by J. Craig and A. Summers with the American Hosta Society, *Hosta* 'Ginko Craig' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. It is visually distinguished by its dark green leaves with white margins and a compact, low-growing habit.
In the Garden
'Hosta 'Ginko Craig' reaches a mature diameter of 10 inches (25.4 cm) and a height of 4 inches (10.2 cm), with scapes rising to 18 inches (45.7 cm). It performs best in partial to full shade and is well-suited for rock gardens, edging, or container cultivation due to its small stature. Companion plants include ferns, heucheras, and other small shade perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Slugs and deer may cause damage, so monitor regularly and take protective measures if necessary.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.25 in (5.7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 7 |
| Flower scape height | 18 in (45.7 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
Registered cultivars that list Hosta ‘Ginko Craig’ as a parent:
- H. ‘Academy Bonfire Glade’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Celeborn’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Chetwood’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Dimholt’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Fangorn Forest’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Galadriel’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Isengard’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Mallorn’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Mirkwood’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Nazgul’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Palantir’ (seedling (pod parent))
- H. ‘Academy Rivendell’ (seedling (pod parent))
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-4b, small size):
- H. ‘Dew Drop’ (1988)
- H. ‘Bold Edger’ (1983)
- H. ‘Allan P. McConnell’ (1980)
- H. ‘Zager's White Edge’ (1980)
- H. ‘Sydney's Spunk’ (2007)
- H. ‘August Fire’ (2008)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2077