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 few steps in fall will ensure beautiful plants come spring. Hostas are an easy way to add interest to the garden because of their large, vivid leaves. The perennials grow well in shady areas, are ...
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, ...
The hosta is a fantastic foliage plant, adding texture and color to your yard with its beautiful leaves and summer flowers. However, like many perennials, hostas need to be divided every three to five ...
The gates opening into Sebright Gardens may not be pearly, but they do lead to hosta heaven. The good news is that anyone can get in -- no matter what garden sins you've committed. You'll never have ...
Shadowland Autumn Frost is an award-winning hosta that will stop you in your tracks. Recently I posted a photo and called it a heart-thumping hosta. One of my Facebook followers said something rather ...
It's important to divide hostas so they stay healthy and don't overcrowd other plants. Divide hostas in the spring or early autumn. Simply dig up the plant, shake off the soil, then cut the clump into ...
The award-winning Shadowland Autumn Frost hosta will stop you in your tracks. One of my Facebook followers wrote, “You will love it Norman. I have 300 assorted hostas!” That statement says it all; ...
The last few weeks I have been showing my followers on Facebook their favorite flowers used in combinations. Last week someone requested that I post combinations with hostas. Now the hosta pros would ...