Hostas are hardy perennials that, when grown right, can last for many decades. But that doesn't mean they don't need a little ...

Hostas prove that variety is the spice of life, at least when it comes to their role in the landscape. Their large leaves come in a range of colors, shapes and textures and last for years. With ...

Hostas are shade-loving plants with blooms that attract a wide array of pollinators. Pair them with this native ground cover ...

Adding a bit of color and texture to the garden is as simple as incorporating hostas into the landscape, and fall is the perfect time for buying and planting the durable and forgiving foliage. Richard ...

If you cringe every time you look at your crowded hostas, don't despair. You can move or divide hostas during even the hottest months of summer if you take a little extra care, but dividing them when ...

Anyone who has visited my garden knows you have to hunt to find a hosta. So when the Minnesota Hosta Society asked to tour my garden June 30, my puzzled response was, “Whatever for?” “We don’t live in ...

Of all the perennials in the garden landscape, the hosta has become one of the most popular. Shady gardeners appreciate the numerous leaf colors and sizes. The "black thumbs" are thrilled with the ...

Do you have an area in your garden which always seems to take a lot of attention and never looks very attractive? The soil is poor, drainage is poor and lighting conditions are less than ideal. Weeds, ...

Perhaps no plant brightens a shady area more than hosta, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. The hardy perennial that thrives in shade is low-maintenance and easy to ...

Learn from garden experts which plants to cut back in November. To keep your perennials healthy and thriving, find out the plants to trim in November.