Hostas like shady spots, needs lots of water, and are at risk of being eaten by slugs. Does that mean container planting is ...

Leon County is at the far southern range where hostas will perform, so they will need a little extra care in our area to thrive. One of the best things you can do is grow your hosta in a pot. Hostas ...

Unlike garden-planted hostas, container hostas require extra nutrients to keep them happy and thriving. This surprising ...

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 ...

Key Points 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 ...

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 ...

When you don’t want the bother of replacing bedding plants every season, hostas are an excellent choice for all-year-round tubs. They look cool and sophisticated, with showy foliage and some flowers.

Hostas have been popular in gardens for decades because they’re reliable, unfussy perennials that come in every size from tiny to 8 feet across! Their colors range from chartreuse to deep blue to ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Learn how to grow vegetables, fruits and herbs in a contained space. You don’t need land to be a farmer. With the right kind of sun, ...