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How to grow hostas
Learn how to grow hostas for a beautiful garden! Get tips on ideal planting location, soil preparation, watering, fertilizing, pruning & deadheading, and more.
Category Hostas
Hostas, often celebrated as the heroes of shaded gardens, bring a delightful array of lush, leafy beauty to spaces that many flowering plants shy away from. Known for their striking foliage, which ranges in colors from deep greens to blues and even variegated patterns, hostas are versatile perennials that offer texture and form to gardens.
In this section, delve into the serene world of hostas, discovering their many varieties, care requirements, and the subtle flower spikes that many produce. Whether you have a sun-dappled corner or a deeply shaded nook, there’s a hosta ready to flourish there.
June hosta
June hosta is a medium-sized hosta variety known for its mound of chartreuse gold leaves…
Types of hostas
There are over 40 different species of hosta and thousands of different cultivars. The most…
How to divide hostas
Hostas can be divided either by taking a slice out of the base of the…
When to divide hostas
The best time to divide hostas is generally in the spring after the shoots have…
Dividing hostas
Dividing hostas is a great way to multiply your plants. Whether you’re planning a big…
How to transplant hostas
Start the process of transplanting a hosta by digging a new planting hole in the…
When to transplant hostas
The best time to transplant hostas is usually in the spring. A popular time to…
Transplanting hostas
Transplanting hostas is best done in the spring or early fall. Start by digging a…
How to plant hostas
To plant hostas, start by mixing organic matter such as compost or rotted manure into…
When to plant hostas
Spring and fall are typically the best times to plant hostas. Hostas can be planted…
Planting hostas
Planting hostas starts with choosing a location in full or partial shade. If possible, you’ll…
White Feather hosta
White Feather hosta is a specialty hosta cultivar known for its near-white leaves. This small-medium…