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7 easiest hosta varieties to grow

Although hostas aren't generally fickle to begin with, some are easier to grow than others. Here are seven low-care beauties ...
After hostas bloom in midsummer, seed pods appear on the bloom stalk. Each pod contains many seeds. Wait until the pods lose their green color and dry out slightly, and then snip the stalk. Remove the ...
A popular shade-loving perennial plant, hostas (Hosta spp.) come in multiple cultivars and some spectacular colors. If you ...
Hostas prefer shady locations with well-draining, slightly acidic soil and require regular watering for best growth. Plant hostas in spring after the last frost, ensure they receive adequate water ...
It was good-looking and high-performing enough that it won 1999 Hosta of the Year from the American Hosta Growers Association ...
Q: In years past I have waited to harvest hosta and Siberian iris seed until after the pods have opened. How do you recommend saving them? -- Annette Wade, email A: There are lots of easy-to-collect ...