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 ...

It all starts when you plant hostas. Hostas like rich and well-draining soil, so mixing in organic matter, such as compost or ...

Hostas are a very low-maintenance perennial that you can grow in the shade. They require well-draining soil, but only need minimal fertilizing. Make sure to be patient when growing these plants ...

And if you are growing hostas in pots, these will fill their space much faster, so they should be divided every three years or so, or moved to a larger pot to accommodate them.

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

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

Even though you might have limited space to garden, you still can grow herbs in pots to enjoy fresh basil, thyme, parsley, and other favorites. Herb gardens in containers are among the easiest ...