Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc.
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Hardiness | 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 |
| Heat Zones | 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Plantains |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer |
| Height | 1' - 2' |
| Spread | 2' - 3' |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
| Planting Place | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |