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The Best Thing You Can Do for Hostas After the First Frost

Gardening experts agree you should cut back hostas in late fall, just after the season’s first hard frosts. At this point, ...
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Most perennials and grass foliage need not be cut back in fall

Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering ...
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Should You Cut Back Hostas Now or Wait Until Spring? What to Do for Better Plants Next Year

Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...
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How To Winterize Your Hostas So They Come Back Even Bigger

New hostas don't look as impressive as those in the catalogs, but they will grow bigger with proper care. This is how to ...
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Don’t Cut Back Your Hostas Too Early in Fall—Time It Right with This Simple Rule

Cutting back hostas too soon in fall can limit root growth needed to survive winter. Removing hosta leaves before winter helps reduce pests and diseases in spring. After a hard freeze kills the ...