Hosta is a perennial that tolerates shade. Make sure, however, that the area is well-drained, as hosta roots do not do well if they are waterlogged.
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Last Updated: November 27, 2011
Hosta is a perennial that tolerates shade. Make sure, however, that the area is well-drained, as hosta roots do not do well if they are waterlogged.
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