I bought a half-dozen hostas last spring. I planted three, but never got around to planting the other three. The ones left in pots all summer were prettier than the planted ones. May I grow them in ...

If you live in an urban area you probably have plenty of under-utilized shady spaces that can be improved by introducing plants that thrive in these conditions. While shade-loving plants for ...

Container gardening opens the door to growing beautiful, healthy plants without needing a large yard to do it. Whether you're living in an apartment, condo, or a home with only a small patio or ...

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 ...

Gardeners that have areas with abundant shelter from bright sunshine enjoy being able to landscape with plants that thrive in shade. Hostas (Hosta spp.) are among the group of plants known as shade ...

That popular foundation of a shade garden, the hosta (Hosta spp.), is a beloved perennial due to its diverse green foliage and thick coverage. With over 3,000 varieties to choose from, you may have ...

Q: I have lots of new hostas in my courtyard garden. Some are growing in containers, and others are planted at the front of a small border. Recently, a few of the plants have started to turn yellow.

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 ...

Hostas are perennials that provide significant foliage interest in your flower garden or landscape. Miss America consists of heart-shaped green leaves with white centers and light green streaking.The ...