hosta

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Blush' should be watered regularly and deeply. It prefers consistently moist soil and should be given a thorough watering about twice a week when temperatures are warm. In the winter months, watering should be reduced to once a week. Make sure not to overwater the plant, as this can lead to root rot. To test if the plant needs water, stick your finger about an inch into the soil -- if the soil is dry, give the plant a drink.

Hosta (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Blush' is a shade-loving plant species, so it generally does best with bright indirect light throughout the day. Too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves to become scorched and bleached. If your plant is located in an area with any direct sunlight, try moving it to a slightly more shaded location. In general, an area that provides 4- 6 hours of bright indirect sunlight per day will provide the optimal amount of light for this plant. Avoid keeping the Blue Blush hosta in darkness as this can cause it to become leggy and fail to flower.

Hostas (Tardiana Group) 'Blue Blush' should be pruned in early spring, right before the new growth emerges. This will help promote healthy new growth and flowering. Pruning should consist of removing any dead, wilted, or diseased foliage and thinning out the plant slightly by removing any overgrown, hidden, or sprawling foliage. Removing spent flower heads, if desired, can also be done at this time. This will help prevent the formation of seed heads and conserve the plant's energy for producing new growth. Depending on the size and condition of the plant, pruning can be done with either hand pruners or loppers.