WHAT TYPE OF SOIL DO HOSTAS REQUIRE?
Hostas love moist, but well-drained soil. Add organic matter such as garden compost, leaf mould, well-rotted manure, composted pine bark and peat moss to make the soil slightly acidic. Organic materials provide air space for rapid root growth but should be firm enough to discourage voles and other rodents. If you are battling tree roots, a raised bed is a good idea. Clean out the tree roots and amend the soil (mushroom compost and peat moss are the best in my opinion). Preparing your beds for future healthy, happy hostas is of utmost importance. • HOW SHOULD I PLANT HOSTAS? Dig a hole 2-3 times as wide as your hosta plant. Hostas are considered to be a shallow-rooted plant with roots that spread horizontally. Plant the hostas so the area where the leaves and roots meet is level with the soil. I like to make a mound of compost and peat moss to rest the crown on and run the roots downward. If the hosta is bare root, soak the roots in tepid water for a few hours before planting. Planting
