Growing guide · Perennials

Hosta

How to grow Hosta 'Seducer'.

Dark green, gold trim, ruffled edges.

Light
Part sun, shade
Water
Moderate
Zones
3–9
Size
22–26 in. tall, 32–36 in. wide
Spacing
3 ft apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
Large hosta with dark green leaves edged in ruffled gold

Light

Part to full shade. Morning sun is fine.

Water

Keep evenly moist; an inch a week in summer.

Planting and soil

Plant in spring or early fall in rich soil, crown at soil level.

Feeding

Compost or a slow-release feed in spring.

Pruning

Remove flower stalks after bloom. Clear old leaves in fall.

Through the year

Up in mid-spring, full size by June, flowers July, leaves until frost.

If something's off

Deer, rabbits and slugs all go for it. Toxic to dogs and cats.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

Japanese Painted Fern 'Pictum'
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Why we stock it: Bold size and a crisp edge that lights up a shady corner.

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