Q: I have recently moved house and have acquired a small courtyard that doesn't get much sunshine. I have heard that hostas are well-suited to shade, so would like to grow some in pots to add color ...

This hosta named June is an excellent choice for growing in a medium-to-large container HANDOUT Proven Winners photo Gardening always surprises, and that is part of its charm. One of the big surprises ...

Gardening always surprises, and that is part of its charm. One of the big surprises of my gardening life has been how well hostas grow in pots. It’s a practice I learned from my garden mentor, the ...

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 ...

Here are some tips on growing hostas from Frank Hunyady, extension services and the American Hosta Society: Planting: Divide existing hostas, or plant new ones, in spring or fall. Separate the plant ...

I bought a half-dozen hostas last spring. I planted three, but never got around to planting the other three. The ones left in pots all summer were prettier than the planted ones. May I grow them in ...

Hosta plants are popular for being lush, low maintenance and cold tolerant. When it gets too cold, take these few extra ...

When it comes to growing hostas, Tom Lakowske might serve as inspiration — or perhaps as a cautionary tale. “I saw one at a nursery and picked it up and brought it home and planted it. And that ...

Hostas are wonderful additions to the garden and easy to grow – as long as you keep slugs and snails at bay who love to nibble on their leaves. A popular ground cover plant that thrives in shade, they ...

This part of June is a good time to appreciate all the perennial flowers that bloom. Visit a local show garden, and you’ll be impressed with tall and spiky delphiniums, lush hosta plants and vibrant ...

Diane McGee stands among hosta plants in her shade garden Monday, July 27, 2015 in Flower Mound, Texas. (G.J. McCarthy/The Dallas Morning News) Photos by G.J. McCarthy - The Dallas Morning News Diane ...