H. ‘Coach Jim Brainerd’

Overview

Registered in 2011, 'Coach Jim Brainerd' is a small hosta of unknown parentage. Its most distinctive feature is the light green leaf surface marked with white and yellow streaks, framed by white margins, with a dull, moderately folded blade.

In the Garden

This cultivar reaches a mature size of 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter, with an upright growth habit and moderate rate. It performs best in partial to full shade, typical of hosta-growing zones, and its small stature makes it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. Companion plants such as ferns, heucheras, or small woodland perennials complement its muted foliage.

Care Notes

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, and apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. Like most hostas, it is susceptible to slug and deer damage, so monitor and protect as needed.