A Garden World reader, new to gardening, was perplexed about the “proper” way to grow hostas. He purchased three hostas last spring, planted two in his garden, but never got around to planting the ...

Q: I'm trying to store several of my potted hostas inside over winter in my garage. My garage is very dark. Do these pots need light in winter? A: No. Most hostas are perennials in our climate that go ...

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 ...

In fall, cut back hosta leaves, clear debris, and mulch crowns with pine needles for winter protection. Divide plants at least 30 days before frost, or overwinter divisions indoors if you’re late. For ...

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, ...

Leon County is at the far southern range where hostas will perform, so they will need a little extra care in our area to thrive. One of the best things you can do is grow your hosta in a pot. Hostas ...

Pretty flowers and big, bold leaves. It's no wonder hostas are favorite perennials for the shade. If yours don't look as fabulous as the ones shown here, the following pointers should help.

MB: Yes, hardy hosta can take a hostile makeover during the heat of the summer, but only if you put the clump of roots into intensive care for a month or more and really push the fluids. Use a sharp ...

June – 2001 Hosta of the Year – is a gold-centered sport (mutant) of the blue hosta Halcyon. It grows 12 inches tall, 30 inches wide, says hosta grower Bob Solberg in Chapel Hill, N.C. The leaves, ...