hosta

Hosta 'Night Before Christmas' should be watered regularly. Aim to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Water thoroughly when the top inch of the soil is dry, usually about once weekly in summer. In winter, when the plant is dormant, water less frequently as the plant needs less. Check the soil weekly, and water in winter if it feels dry. It’s best to water in the morning so the foliage will dry quickly and reduce the chances of disease. Too much water can cause root rot, so it’s important not to over-water.

Hosta 'Night Before Christmas' is a plant species that prefers partial to full shade, with plenty of morning or afternoon sunlight. Ideally, it should receive several hours of direct sun in the morning, but no more than 4 or 5 hours per day. If located in an area with strong afternoon sun, the plant should be shaded by trees or other vegetation to keep the heat from becoming too intense. If growing indoors, it should be placed next to an east-facing window to ensure it has adequate sunlight each day.

Hosta 'Night Before Christmas' should generally be pruned throughout the growing season. Dead foliage should be pruned off in early spring before the plant starts to produce new growth. Once the new growth has appeared, the foliage should be pruned back and any overgrown shoots should also be trimmed. Pruning should be done at a moderate rate, taking a little off at a time. Aim to remove no more than 1/3 of the plant's foliage at any 1 time, and avoid pruning healthy leaves and stems. Regular pruning will help keep your Hosta 'Night Before Christmas' looking its best.