Hostas are a very low-maintenance perennial that you can grow in the shade. They require well-draining soil, but only need minimal fertilizing. Make sure to be patient when growing these plants, and ...

I love planting hostas in my gardens. They have such a unique look, come in a variety of shapes and colors and are easy to grow in the right conditions. My biggest challenge when growing hostas is to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Hostas are one of those garden staples that feel almost foolproof. They're hardy, they come back year after year, and they don't seem to ask ...

Hostas are native to Japan, China, and Korea, where they grow in moist woodlands, open grasslands, and along stream banks and rivers. A foliage plant with summer and fall bloom, other common names ...

A large container of leafy hostas makes a welcome addition to any patio or other seating area. Alternatively if you learn how to grow hostas in the ground their heart-shaped leaves will add structure, ...

Hosta is a perennial foliage plant so well-known and widely planted that many gardeners take it for granted. There are over 3000 named varieties, all of them easy to grow and very trouble-free. They ...

Low-maintenance hosta plants have unique foliage that brings color and interest to the shadier parts of your yard. Because they’re perennials, they’ll return every year so you can enjoy them without ...

The star of many a shade garden, hostas are adored for their diverse leaves not their blooms. "Most people grow them strictly for the foliage," said Michael Laico, president of the Greater Carolinas ...

Q.: I am planting hostas next to my garage because it does not get enough sun to grow flowers. I read that mulch would help keep down weeds and moisture in. Question: Do I spread the mulch (I bought ...

A: Big, beautiful, lush hosta is a favorite plant for many gardeners in cooler climates. The usual hosta varieties prefer cold winters that induce dormancy and warm summers of moderate length. Many ...

Like most things in this world, hostas are not perfect. They are, rather, a mix of good and less-than-good. Fortunately for the hungry Northwest gardener, the good is huge and the less-than-good is ...