H. ‘Surfboard’

Overview

Registered in 2016, *Hosta* 'Surfboard' is a large, fast-growing cultivar notable for its elongated, lance-shaped leaves with medium green centers and wide, greenish yellow margins that are slightly rippled. The leaf margins exhibit mottling in varying shades of green, and the overall leaf shape is described as "surfboard"-like, giving the plant its distinctive common name.

In the Garden

'Surfboard' forms a substantial mound, reaching 21 inches (53.3 cm) in height and 36 inches (91.4 cm) in diameter at maturity. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical for hostas, and its large size makes it suitable as a specimen plant or in the middle to back of a shaded border. The green and gold foliage pairs well with darker-leaved companions such as ferns or *Heuchera*. Its fast growth rate allows it to fill space quickly.

Care Notes

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, 'Surfboard' is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so protective measures may be necessary in gardens where these pests are prevalent.