Most hostas grow best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, with some varieties suitable for Zone 9. Those zones include almost all of the U.S. Hostas do need a period of cold and wet weather, which ...

Hostas are easy to care for in summer shade gardens. When fall arrives, here's when to cut back hostas and stop watering and fertilizing them to prepare for winter.

Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...

In fall, cut back hosta leaves, clear debris, and mulch crowns with pine needles for winter protection. Divide plants at least 30 days before frost, or overwinter divisions indoors if you’re late. For ...

As the vibrant colors of summer recede and you begin turning to that essential list of fall garden jobs, your hostas should be a top priority. While there is plenty of guidance available on planting ...