H. ‘Jumpin' Jack Flash’
Hosta ‘Jumpin' Jack Flash’ is a registered cultivar () .
| Year registered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Section class | IV-6a (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 2012 as a seedling of open-pollinated Hosta 'sdlg PDN 94-53', 'Jumpin' Jack Flash' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its ovate, slightly glossy green leaves with creamy white margins. The flat, rounded leaves and compact mound form contribute to its notable appearance in the garden.
In the Garden
This slow-growing hosta reaches approximately 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.0 cm) in diameter, forming a dense, mound-like clump. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for rock gardens, small borders, or container plantings due to its compact size. The green and white variegation pairs effectively with fine-textured ferns or low-growing shade perennials such as Heuchera.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Standard slug and deer precautions are advisable, as both pests may damage the foliage.
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Size and leaf
| Clump height | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15.75 in (40 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6.25 in (15.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 6 |
| Leaf | creamy white with .5in (1.3cm) wide, medium green, flat margins; slightly shiny on top; flat |
| Flower scape height | 12–15 in (30.5–38.1 cm) |
| Notable characteristics | appearance |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: sdlg PDN 94-53 open pollinated
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6a, small size):
- H. ‘Sting’ (2011)
- H. ‘Sunset Grooves’ (2011)
- H. ‘Whirlwind Flame’ (2014)
- H. ‘Bullfrog’ (2016)
- H. ‘Firestorm’ (2007)
- H. ‘Rainbow's End’ (2005)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #2938. How we check this data.