H. ‘Coach Paul Castro’

Overview

Registered in 2010, *Hosta* 'Coach Paul Castro' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage, with *H.* 'Marbled Cream' as the pod parent. Its most distinctive feature is the consistent presence of green and yellow streaking on every leaf, set against medium green foliage with gold margins and a very shiny upper surface.

In the Garden

This cultivar forms a compact, mound-like clump reaching 16 inches (40.6 cm) in height and 25 inches (63.5 cm) in diameter, with a moderate growth rate. It performs best in partial to dappled shade, typical of most hostas, and is well-suited for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings due to its small stature. The lance-shaped leaves with deeply folded blades and slightly rippled margins provide textural contrast when paired with fine-leaved perennials such as ferns or heucheras.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, avoiding overhead watering to reduce foliar disease. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges; this cultivar may require protection from deer and slugs in garden settings.