hosta

Hosta 'St. Elmo's Fire' should be watered deeply once or twice a week depending on the temperatures and humidity levels. Make sure to water the soil thoroughly so that it is saturated and free of air pockets. If temperatures are warm and humidity is low, then water more often. If temperatures are cool and humidity is high, then water less often. To save water, you can also water the plant from the bottom by placing a saucer of water beneath the pot and allowing the soil to absorb the water from the bottom. After watering, wait for the top of the soil to dry out before watering it again.

Hosta 'St. Elmo's Fire' prefers bright, indirect sunlight and can tolerate partial shade. It should be placed in a spot that receives at least 4-6 hours of morning sunshine and it should be protected from hot afternoon sun. This plant likes to be out in the sun in the morning and then have some shade to protect it from the intense sun during the middle of the day. In the summer months, when the sun is at its strongest, it is best to position the hosta in an area with light dappled shade, like under a tree with light foliage.

Hosta 'St. Elmo's Fire' should be pruned in late spring or early summer after the plant has gone through a period of active growth and the leaves have reached their full size. Pruning should involve removal of any dead, damaged, or diseased foliage and shoots. Care should be taken to remove only a small portion of the foliage and not to prune the plant heavily. Pruning encourages new growth and helps to keep the plant neat and tidy.