Hostas thrive in moist soil, but too much water can be an issue. "They hate standing water," says Kate Walz, founder of KW Garden Design. "Poorly draining soil or low spots that stay soggy can lead to ...

Bear in mind that some hostas grow quite large and will need an appropriate size container. Wolverine, Grand Tiara and So Sweet are small to mid-size varieties that can be grown for years in ...

It all starts when you plant hostas. Hostas like rich and well-draining soil, so mixing in organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, before planting, and using a slow-release, balanced ...

Some perennials aren't suited for the container life. While they can grow in pots, they'll thrive if planted in the ground.

I love planting in containers simply because I can move my plants around to get the look I want in my garden area. For anyone who wants to try their hand at it, there are some things to consider ...

Hostas grow in most of the country and will tolerate USDA Hardiness zones 3 to 9 (find yours here). But they don’t like it any warmer than that because they need a chilling treatment as part of ...

Virginia bluebell ( Mertensia virginica) is native throughout most of the U.S. and has oval-shaped, pale green leaves ...

According to Fine Gardening, full shade means that “the plant thrives in conditions with limited direct sunlight, often preferring morning sun or filtered light throughout the day. Dappled ...

They grow well in pots, need little water, and can be used for cooking, too. Wait until June to augment your pot with tender flowers after removing those that have flagged, like the pansies.

“Bamboo takes the top spot among container disasters,” says Andy Wu, founder of Backyard Oasis. “The rhizome grows with such ...