Although Hosta plants have few pest problems, the plants are susceptible to a disease known as hosta virus X (HVX), and gardeners should be on the lookout for it. Hostas are one of the most popular ...

Q: I have lots of new hostas in my courtyard garden. Some are growing in containers, and others are planted at the front of a small border. Recently, a few of the plants have started to turn yellow.

Hostas often turn golden yellow, soft orange, and muted brown in autumn, echoing the trees around them. Enjoy their warm hues for a little while, but then get your pruning shears ready. It's best to ...

Hostas are usually easy to grow in a shady perennial garden. But problems do exist, and steps can be taken to help head them off. Hostas have a reputation for being foolproof. Most of the time, they ...

“I have always thought that hostas were very easy to grow, but I noticed that some of my hostas have brown, tattered leaves this year. What is the problem and what should I do?” I observed some ...

Q.: I am wondering if the fungus that kills hollyhocks is to blame for ruining my hostas each year. They start out as big, beautiful healthy plants each spring. It doesn't take long, however, for the ...

“A bed of my hostas suddenly wilted and died this week. I always thought that hostas were trouble free. What is this, and what can I do to prevent future problems with one of my favorite plants?” ...

"Gardeners love hostas because of the wide range of varieties available, many of which can thrive in areas where other plants may struggle," explains horticulturist Bliss Bendall. "They can provide an ...

With the rising popularity of naturalistic landscapes, many gardeners are choosing to leave the foliage on perennials to provide visual interest through the winter. Overwintering plant foliage can ...