H. ‘Nicholas James’

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.