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Hosta

Ground cover

Hosta spp.

Overview
The ultimate shade garden workhorse, hostas provide lush foliage in countless colors, sizes, and patterns. From tiny miniatures to massive specimen plants, these perennials create stunning ground cover while producing fragrant spikes of white or purple flowers. Their incredible variety and reliability make them indispensable for transforming difficult shady areas into garden showcases.
Planting
Plant divisions or container plants in spring after frost danger. Can grow from seed but very slow.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Slugs, snails, deer, rabbits, foliar nematodes. Common diseases: Crown rot, leaf spot, virus diseases.