Perfect Hosta Spot

Hostas are well known as the perfect perennial for shady places in the garden. Many Hostas, especially the green ones, can grow in full sun.

Hostas with fragrant flowers require more warmth and, in cooler climates, require a spot that gets a lot of sun.

Varieties with a lighter center want some direct sunlight to grow well, but will burn in full sun. We advise that these varieties be placed where they receive some morning sun and afternoon shade, this will result in Hosta with more variegation.

Hostas with less variegation can grow in full sun but you may see some damage like a white edge turning brown after the first week of really hot weather.

Depending on the thickness of the leaves, golden-yellow Hostas can take more sun and most of them need the sun to achieve a bright gold colour. Please keep in mind that deep shade under trees can be a very dry spot and requires additional watering after planting and in dry periods.

The Hostas for half shade/shade can take full sun and will grow well in the shade. Varieties for shade do not take full sun, especially hot afternoon sun but some sun in the morning or evening is not a problem and helps them to grow well.