Hostas

Description

Hostas are shade-tolerant, perennial plants prized for their attractive foliage. They’re a favorite in gardens for their variety of leaf shapes, sizes, and colors—ranging from deep green to blue-green to variegated patterns with white or yellow. Here are some quick facts:

🌿 General Info:

• Botanical name: Hosta spp.

• Common names: Plantain lily, funkia

• Zones: USDA 3–9 (varies slightly by variety)

• Light needs: Partial to full shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained, rich in organic matter🌸 Flowers:

• They bloom in summer with tall spikes of lavender or white flowers.

• Flowers are sometimes fragrant and attract hummingbirds.

🌱 Care Tips:

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Divide every 3–5 years to maintain vigor.

• Slugs and deer love hostas—consider deterrents if they’re a problem in your area.