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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A patch of multiple hosta sprouts coming out of the soil - kmarina/Shutterstock If you have a bare shady patch in your yard and a ...

Q: My Empress Wu hosta has seed pods on the flower stems (see reader's photo). I would like to plant some of the seeds just to see if I can get them to germinate. I realize that the Empress Wu is most ...

Grow this easy-care, lush plant in a shady garden. Hostas prefer shady locations with well-draining, slightly acidic soil and require regular watering for best growth. Plant hostas in spring after the ...

Hostas are a very low-maintenance perennial that you can grow in the shade. They require well-draining soil, but only need minimal fertilizing. Make sure to be patient when growing these plants, and ...

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 are one of the most popular perennials in the United States. Hostas are one of the most popular perennials in the United States. Jackie Froemming of Brainerd explains why they are such a great ...

Hostas are reliable perennials with beautiful foliage—and they're very easy to grow. As a result, these plants are very popular; since they thrive in the shade, they're perfect for the parts of your ...