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, ...

New hostas don't look as impressive as those in the catalogs, but they will grow bigger with proper care. This is how to ...

Hostas are one of the most commonly grown shade plants. Gardeners love them because they're among the easiest plants to grow and are a perfect addition to any garden. Follow these tips from the ...

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 ...

Seattle — Hostas come in all different colors, shapes and sizes and make a perfect addition to a shady part of your Pacific Northwest garden. Gardening expert Ciscoe Morris shows New Day Northwest how ...

When it comes to growing hostas, Tom Lakowske might serve as inspiration — or perhaps as a cautionary tale. “I saw one at a nursery and picked it up and brought it home and planted it. And that ...

The current run on hostas isn’t quite as frenzied as the 17th-century rage for tulip bulbs, but it’s impressive. Hostas are the No. 1-selling perennial in America, according to the National Perennial ...

Hosta disease comes in a wide range of leaf markings. Cutting back the foliage also reduces future slug populations. Add organic matter. Hostas prefer rich soils high in organic matter. Adding organic ...

Hosta plants are a perennial favorite among gardeners. Their lush foliage and easy care make them ideal for a low maintenance garden. Originating in the Orient and brought to Europe in the 1700s, ...

There are thousands of hosta cultivars: from dwarfs of only a few inches in height and spread to giants that can be a few feet tall and wide (even taller when in flower). Some have green, blue, yellow ...