H. ‘Nicholas James’
Hosta ‘Nicholas James’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by P. Banyai.
| Year registered | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Originator | P. Banyai |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1996 by P. Banyai, *Hosta* 'Nicholas James' is a small-sized cultivar distinguished by its green leaves with heavily rippled, yellow-gold margins. The leaves are notably shiny on both surfaces, and the plant is stoloniferous with a slow growth rate.
In the Garden
With a mature spread of 15 inches (38.1 cm) and height of 7 inches (17.8 cm), 'Nicholas James' is suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or as a groundcover in partial to full shade. Its compact size and stoloniferous habit make it effective for filling small spaces, and it pairs well with other small hostas, ferns, or shade-tolerant perennials. The plant is also well-suited for container cultivation.
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 recommended for typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 7 in (17.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Leaf length | 6 in (15.2 cm) |
| Leaf width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
| Leaf | yellow gold heavy ripples margins; very shiny on top; very shiny underneath |
| Flower scape height | 10–12 in (25.4–30.5 cm) |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4014