hosta

Hosta Gold Drop should be watered daily in the morning, either directly from a garden hose or a watering can. In hot climate or during long periods of sunny weather, waterings should be done in the early evening or late afternoon when the sun is not directly shining on the plant. On very hot days, the soil around the hosta may need to be dampened twice a day to keep the roots cool and prevent the scorching of the leaves. During the winter months, waterings should be significantly lessened, or even stopped until the plant is actively growing again in the spring. Regular watering during the growing season should be enough to keep the hosta healthy, but during longer periods of dry weather, it may be necessary to provide more frequent waterings.

Hosta 'Gold Drop' requires partial sun to thrive. Direct sunlight should be avoided, as intense direct sunlight can cause leaves to become faded and cause damage to the foliage. On average, about 4-5 hours of sunlight per day is recommended for this plant species. Morning sun is the best as it provides the plant species with the best growing conditions.

Hosta 'Gold Drop' should be pruned in late spring after the new leaves emerge. Prune back any dead or damaged leaves and cut back the center flower stalks to the ground. Trim the leaves to keep the plant looking tidy and give them a rounded shape. Remove any yellow or discolored leaves. The amount of pruning for Hosta 'Gold Drop' will depend on the size of the plant and how crowded it has become. If the plant is taking over a bed or border, you may need to prune back to reduce its size or even divide it.