Hostas (Hosta spp.), with 22 species and more than 2,000 cultivars, are popular with gardeners who need a long-lived herbaceous perennial that thrives in shady spots. Foliage variations in color and ...

Q: I have recently moved house and have acquired a small courtyard that doesn't get much sunshine. I have heard that hostas are well-suited to shade, so would like to grow some in pots to add color ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. collection of hostas in pots and blue chair A large container of leafy hostas makes a welcome addition to any patio or other ...

Hostas are shade-loving perennials with eye-catching foliage and belong to Hosta spp. These plants thrive in shaded areas but can manage some sun, provided they're properly cared for. Known for ...

Hostas prefer shady locations with well-draining, slightly acidic soil and require regular watering for best growth. Plant hostas in spring after the last frost, ensure they receive adequate water ...

This part of June is a good time to appreciate all the perennial flowers that bloom. Visit a local show garden, and you’ll be impressed with tall and spiky delphiniums, lush hosta plants and vibrant ...

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 ...

Dear Roger: My hostas are losing some of their luster as they always do in late summer. Is this a good time to divide and repot them? I grow them in pots so the voles won’t eat them. — Pat Durant, ...

Hostas are great plants for shady locations. These long-lived, amazingly hardy (-35 degrees) natives of Japan and China come in a mind-boggling array of sizes, shapes, and colors; everything from tiny ...

What is it about hostas that so many gardeners love? For me it’s their ability to look more striking with every passing year with barely any work. You can plant them in poor soil, forget to water them ...