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 Which Hostas Are Sun Tolerant?Although hosta plants are mainly known for their love of shade there are many varieties that are sun tolerant. It used to be that these were mainly the hosta varieties with gold leaves but more hybrids are being developed every year that allow the beautiful hosta plant to tolerate more sunshine. The Truth About Hosta Virus XHosta Virus X or HVX as it is known by its acronym is a dangerous, contagious virus that is killing hostas in both North America and Europe. It first started showing up in North America about five years ago when mutated looking plants with strange markings and mottled leaves started growing in nurseries and home gardens. Hostas and FertilizerSome people say hostas and fertilizers do not mix as they are such as hardy plant that they don't need to be traumatized by fertilizer. Furthermore if you optimize your soil in the first place you won't need fertilizer. American Hosta SocietyThe American Hosta Society (AHS) is a charitable organization that is devoted to the appreciation, study, protection and improvement of the hosta plant. Which is Better, Bare Root or Potted Hostas?The great debate. Bare Root or Potted Hostas? Which is the best choice for your average home gardener to purchase? Should you only buy potted plants or should you consider buying bare root hostas as well? Hostas and Mice! What You Can DoOrdinary house mice, field mice, garden mice and voles can be major sources of grief in a hosta garden. They are most interested in your hostas during colder seasons when the hostas are dormant. How to Count Hosta EyesIn the spring, when things are just beginning to warm up and the soil is still cool and moist, hosta lovers go out to count eyes. 4 Exciting New Hostas Available in 2007Every year around the New Year Hosta plant enthusiasts begin to get that familiar itch. After the busy Holidays wear off it is time to start thinking about Spring! If you have any sort of green thumb you know exactly what I am tallking about. The Best Hosta BooksThere are two basic categories of hosta books. They are coffee table books, and gardening books. Some books fall into both categories. Garden EtiquetteHave you ever gone to one of those garden shows and been so completely intimidated that you were afraid to move? You know, where every hosta leaf looks like it has been polished, and every flower is perfect, and the ground has been raked like a Japanese sand garden.
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