hosta

Hosta 'Gold Edger' is an easy-care perennial that enjoys moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun. For optimal growth and blooming, water this plant deeply and regularly once a week, unless there are periods of heavy rain. During periods of drought, you may need to supplement your regular deep watering with twice weekly waterings or more. For best results, water in the morning, as allowing water to evaporate from the leaves during the day can help prevent leaf rot. Additionally, add a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch around the roots of the Hosta 'Gold Edger to help retain moisture in the soil and also act as a barrier to prevent weeds from snatching up the water.

Hosta 'Gold Edger' is a robust perennial plant species that prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. This species of hosta does best when exposed to several hours of direct morning sunlight paired with shady afternoon light. Ideally, Hosta 'Gold Edger' should receive 4–6 hours of sunlight each day. This can be accomplished by planting it in a location where it will receive direct sun in the morning, but will be shaded in the afternoon. Hosta 'Gold Edger' is tolerant of cooler temperatures but truly thrives when provided with sun. When planted in the proper location, Hosta 'Gold Edger' can be an attractive addition to the garden that provides easy care!

Hostas are often pruned to maintain their nice size and shape. For Hosta 'Gold Edger' specifically, it is recommended to prune around late spring to early summer. The outermost foliage should be cut away to encourage more growth, while at the same time controlling the overall size of the plant. Depending on the size, cut anywhere from 1 to 3 inches off the died or damaged foliage. You can also remove any foliage that looks overly thick or crowded. To keep the hosta looking its best, remove any fading or dead flowers in the fall. This will help ensure fresh blooms in the spring. Lastly, it's beneficial to cut back any brown foliage in the late fall or early winter to keep the plant looking its best. Overall, Hosta 'Gold Edger' should be pruned once or twice a year, depending on how it's growing and looking. Pruning is a great way to maintain a good shape and size for this plant.