Sometimes known as Corfu Lily, Day Lily, or Plantain Lily; Hostas (genus Hosta) are a genus of about 23-45 species of lily-like plants in the family Asparagaceae. Originally they were classified as liliaceae but are now considered "liloid" (lily like). Hostas are herbaceous perennials that grow ...
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Will a winter-damaged hosta self repair?
In winter, the next-years growth spikes of some of my Regal Blue Hostas got trampled off, and now that they're up, the leaves all have blunt-ended, ragged ends that curl and ripple. This is right by ...
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Why is my hosta shrinking?
I have a blue giant hosta. It is in fertile soil and gets plenty of water. I had been dividing it every few years but lately it has started to shrink. I don't want to lose it. How can I get it back?
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How do I split hostas?
I have some hosta plants that are getting quite large and are crowded where they are located right now. What do I need to worry about when moving/splitting hostas?