hosta

Hosta 'Big Daddy' should be watered around once a week. Because of its large size, you should water slowly and allow abundant moisture to penetrate the soil. Make sure to check the soil before watering, as damp soil needs no additional water. If the soil is dry, use a cup or watering can to add 1 to 2 inches of water at a time, allowing the soil to absorb water before adding more. Once your Hosta 'Big Daddy' is established, you can monitor the moisture content of the soil to determine your watering schedule. However, during dry spells, you can supplement natural rainfall with a bit more water. When it starts to rain, be sure to reduce watering to only when it is absolutely necessary.

Hosta 'Big Daddy' is best suited for bright indirect sunlight for most of the day, with some morning sun and afternoon shade OK. This variety prefers 6-8 hours of bright light during the growing season for good growth. During the winter months, some more shade is beneficial. Be careful not to expose this plant to harsh afternoon sun during the summer, as it can damage the leaves. Try to keep this plant out of direct sunlight for at least 6 hours a day during the peak of summer to prevent leaf burn.

Pruning Hosta 'Big Daddy' is an important maintenance practice to keep the plant looking its best throughout the year. For best results, prune lightly in late summer or early fall. Start by removing any dead or damaged leaves and stems as they appear throughout the growing season. When pruning in late summer/early fall, remove any stems that are growing too long or that are too leggy looking. Also, feel free to divide larger clumps that are overcrowding each other and re- pot the divisions. Lastly, cut off any spent flower stalks after the blooming period is over. Be sure to use sharp, clean pruning shears to ensure cleaner cuts that won't damage the plant.