The hosta is a fantastic foliage plant, adding texture and color to your yard with its beautiful leaves and summer flowers. However, like many perennials, hostas need to be divided every three to five ...

Q: When is the best time of year to dig up and move my variegated hostas? They were originally planted under a maple tree, but the maple died and I temporarily moved the hostas while we removed 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 ...

Hostas are some of the easiest perennial plants to divide, and this task is something you'll want to do periodically to keep them healthy and lush. An almost perfect shade plant, they do appreciate ...

Cut back hostas in late fall when the leaves are brown to prevent diseases and pests. Use garden pruners to cut the foliage to about two centimeters above the ground. Avoid overpruning as hostas need ...