If you have a bare shady patch in your yard and a tight budget, have you considered growing hostas from seed? Although there are some hostas that are tolerant to the sun, most will enjoy growing in ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

One of my favorite plants is the hosta which provides the garden or yard with vivid green colors. Hostas, loved for their elegant foliage and tolerance of shady locations, are a mainstay of gardens ...