Hosta spp. Plant Care Reminders
Plantain lilyGeneral Information
Plant Care Instructions By Steve Brigham
In the inland regions of Southern California, hostas can be a rewarding and colorful foliage plant for shady areas. What they need to look their best is rich soil, plenty of water and fertilizer during the growing season, and (most importantly) protection from snails and slugs.

Is Indoor Plant?
No
These month by month plant care tasks are for plants in the following zones :
Sunset Zones :18, 19, 20, 21
USDA Zones :
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Plant Care Instruction
- Instructions By Month
- Instructions By Task
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Scroll down or click on any month for plant care instructions
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
March1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.4. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.5. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.7. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.8. PropagatePropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.April1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.8. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.9. PropagatePropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.May1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.8. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.9. PropagatePropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.June1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.July1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.August1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.September1. BuyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.3. FertilizeFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.4. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.5. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.6. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.October1. WaterKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.2. MulchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.3. Pest/Disease InspectionInspect for snails and slugs regularly!4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
March
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
April
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
May
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
June
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
July
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
August
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
September
Buy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
April
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
May
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
June
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
July
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
August
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
September
Plant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
April
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
May
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
June
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
July
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
August
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
September
Feed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
March
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
April
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
May
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
June
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
July
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
August
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
September
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
October
Keep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
March
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
April
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
May
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
June
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
July
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
August
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
September
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
October
Maintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
March
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
April
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
May
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
June
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
July
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
August
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
September
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
October
Inspect for snails and slugs regularly!
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
March
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
April
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
May
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
June
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
July
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
August
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
September
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
October
Keep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
March
Divide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.
April
Divide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.
May
Divide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring.
Propagate
When's a good time to divide, take cuttings, layer or propagate this plant. Any special requirements?
March
Propagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.
April
Propagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.
May
Propagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring.
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