H. ‘Brenner Pass’
Hosta ‘Brenner Pass’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by F. Brownell Woodroffe.
| Year registered | 1972 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | F. Brownell Woodroffe |
| Section class | IV-6b (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1972 by F. Brownell Woodroffe, this small hosta originated as a hybrid of *Hosta* 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa'. It is distinguished by its blue-green leaves with gold margins, a compact mound 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall and 24 inches (61.0 cm) in diameter, and leaf dimensions of 6 inches (15.2 cm) long by 4 inches (10.2 cm) wide with 13 vein pairs.
In the Garden
'Brenner Pass' performs best in partial to full shade, typical for blue-leaved hostas, where its gold margins remain most vivid. Its small size makes it suitable for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of a shaded border, and it pairs well with ferns, heucheras, or other small perennials. It also adapts readily to container cultivation.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, especially in dry periods. Fertilize in early spring as new growth emerges; slug protection may be warranted in damp conditions, though deer resistance is typical for hostas.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 13 |
| Flower scape height | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: Hybrid of H. 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa' — H. ‘Tokudama Aureonebulosa’
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-6b, small size):
- H. ‘Pamela Lee’ (2007)
- H. ‘Fused Veins’ (1983)
- H. ‘Zager Green Rim’ (1987)
- H. ‘Tucker Top Cat’ (1993)
- H. ‘Emerald Necklace’ (1994)
- H. ‘Silent Witness’ (1997)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #787