hosta

Hosta 'Miss Ruby' should be watered regularly to ensure healthy growth. Water the plant deeply and thoroughly at least once a week, preferably on the same day each week. Check the soil for dryness every few days and water when the top few inches of soil feel dry to the touch. If you live in a hot, dry climate, you may need to water more often. In winter, reduce the frequency and duration of watering to allow the plant to go dormant.

Hosta 'Miss Ruby' is a medium-sized shade-tolerant perennial that produces striking deep red foliage. When grown in the right environment, it can thrive with no direct sunlight. If grown in full sun, some of the deep red foliage may lighten or yellow and can be burnt. It's best to keep 'Miss Ruby' in a location that receives no more than 4-5 hours of direct sunlight per day, with morning sun being preferable over afternoon sun. It's also important to keep in mind that even if it receives less than 4-5 hours of direct sunlight, the intensity of the sun exposure should still be monitored if it is in a location that receives a great deal of reflected light from nearby trees and buildings.

Hosta 'Miss Ruby' is a deciduous flowering perennial which should be pruned in early spring. Pruning will keep the plant looking tidy and encourage a bushy, compact habit. Start by cutting off any dead, diseased, or damaged foliage and cutting back the foliage to new growth points. Once the damaged foliage has been removed, it can be beneficial to lightly trim the remaining healthy foliage to maintain a desirable size and overall shape. Because this variety of hosta is not highly aggressive, it seldom needs heavy pruning.