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Deer and rabbit are also big pests. Tall pots will deter the rabbits, but deer will happily munch a big pot of hostas. Try spraying a deer deterrent on your container hostas. This is much easier to keep up with in a container setting, rather than an entire garden bed. American Sweetheart– The leaves on this plant are mostly a waxy green, but they do have a narrow egg white center. Hostas with White Edges Make sure to plant or place this plant in the shade because the sun is not tolerated. The best option is to place the plant in a spot with full shade. Its light-colored and thin leaves can get sunburnt rather easily, so be careful with how much sun gets to it. A great way to ensure the shade is to plant it underneath a tree, do keep in mind that they don’t like feuding with shallow-rooted trees. Soil & Fertilizer White Feather Hostas do best when fertilized with a slow-release fertilizer. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium should be in the fertilizer you use. Because Hostas are heavy feeders, these nutrients are essential for the plant.

Delving deep into specific fields of study within horticulture, Mary Jane has an extensive knowledge base on sustainable gardening practices (including permaculture), soil science, and selecting cultivars well-suited to home gardeners. Her passion isn't just limited to plants; she's a staunch advocate for holistic, eco-friendly gardening techniques that benefit both flora and fauna. Or plant a tall variety, like ‘Sum and Substance’ in the middle of a container and use small wax begonias underneath such as Olympic White. The hosta will appear to rise up from the fluffy mound of flowers. Strip Tease’ and ‘Frances Williams’ together have a similar effect as the patriot combo. ‘Strip Tease’ has green margins and a single yellowish stripe through the middle, ‘Frances Williams’ has yellowish margins and a bluish green margin.

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Try ‘mouse ears’ which I mention frequently because it is relatively easy to find and so versatile. It features small little blue ear shaped leaves. Or ‘Pandora’s Box’ is a small sized variety with green margins and s white interior. It adds a pop of brightness to a container. Get Creative With Colors ‘White Feather’ is an excellent container hosta with pure white leaves. There are incredibly few plant species that have a multitude of different varieties the way the hosta does. Hostas can be diminutive, gigantic, or somewhere in the median range and they come in so many amazing color variations. You could fill a large garden with various hosta plants and never use the same variety twice. There are blue hostas and green hostas, multi colored hostas and ones with single color leaves. Here, we are going to take a look at all of the varieties that have white somewhere on their leaves. It is important to note, that any plant that is entirely white is exceedingly rare. The fascinating, full-shade White Feather Hosta is truly magical! Curious white leaves are a welcome surprise as they emerge in spring. As it matures, the leaves transform into a blend of green and cream. Lavender flowers grace your garden in early summer. Performs best in full shade. Direct sun can burn the foliage. What Plants Look Good with White-Edged Hostas?White Feather Hosta is an ideal choice for illuminating shady gardens and other darkened corners of the yard. When selecting companion plants, seek out those that thrive in bright morning sun and cool afternoon shade, just like the hosta does. Astilbes, ferns, bleeding hearts, heucheras and shade-friendly bulbs make excellent companions for White Feather Hosta and other hostas. How do you Care for White-Edged Hostas?White Feather Hosta and other hosta varieties are low-maintenance plants, requiring minimal care. To ensure their well being, it's important to keep in mind two key points: hostas need ample water and should be shielded from direct sunlight. While White Feather Hosta can adapt to various soil types, it thrives in damp, well-drained earth with a slightly acidic pH. Some gardeners choose to fertilize their hostas each spring. I love intricate hostas, but they really need to be seen up close to be appreciated. Many of the more intricate varieties are smaller, making them the perfect things to add to containers. Carnation Aster Flower meadow seeds Calendula Gypsophila Geranium Poppy Lobelia Lupine Petunia Salvia Tagetes Violets All flower seeds

I also like to snip off the flowers. This is totally optional. I prefer to focus on the lovely foliage, but some people really enjoy the lavender flower that rises out. If you do choose to trim them cut them down to the base of the plant. Monitor Daily For Pests & Diseases Snails and slugs are the most common hosta pests.When it comes to choosing a variety, color matters. Different colored hostas can take different amounts of light. So depending where you are putting your container, you will want to choose a specific color of hosta. White Feather Hosta requires soil with good drainage to thrive. This plant is not tolerant of wet or poorly-drained soil conditions. If your soil is heavy clay, consider amending it with organic matter to improve drainage before planting.