Hosta (Funkia) Bare-Root Plants

Hostas are ideal for planting in that gloomy area of your house that is always covered with full or partial shade. They do not tolerate full sun and can only survive the mild morning sun. Use nutrient-rich soils and avoid using soils whose drainages are super slow such as clay.

Hostas do not have a strict planting time since they take long before maturing. However, they can’t be planted outside during winter. Spring and fall are excellent for putting your hostas on the ground to give them time to grow strong roots for supporting the plants.

Hostas are not susceptible to attack by plant diseases. They do not require a lot of attention. However, slugs, deer, and rabbits attack them, and you should look out for these. Mulch the plants to keep them hydrated and prevent their succulent leaves from drying.

Feeling like there are so many hosta options to choose from but don’t know which one to pick? You can always start with the most popular ones before trying other varieties. The most popular ones include: Patriot Hosta, Empress Wu, Guacemole, Blue Angel, Sum and Substance.

Other popular perennials are:

• Peonies;
• Astilbe (False Spirea);
• Echinacea (Coneflower);
• Iris perennial.