Hosta is a flower, in fact, very unpretentious and tenacious. Even the most inexperienced gardener will not be able to "kill" this plant, because it is able to adapt to any conditions. But the fact is that the hosta can become a real decoration of the garden, if you do not make some mistakes when caring for it. Today we will talk about the main 4 mistakes that should be avoided.
The host loves the shadow. Do not plant it in a sunny place.
When you plan to decorate your garden with a variety of plants, do not forget about the rule that each plant should be in its place. So, the host has always been called the "Queen of the Shadow", you should not try to plant her in direct sunlight, it will not lead to anything good. She loves either shade or partial shade. Then it will be larger in diameter and will delight its owner with thick and green leaves.
We need to make mulch. It helps fight slugs
This is not the worst mistake that gardeners make in caring for a host, however. Mulch, of course, will not protect the plant from drying out unless it is watered regularly, especially in hot weather. But mulch made from pine sawdust and bark is the best defense against such an enemy as a slug.
Tip: if you notice a few holes in your favorite flower, do not close your eyes to it. If you don't want to mulch, don't. You can use eggshells or special preparations. But you have to fight the slug!
Watering the wrong way
Many people water the hosta incorrectly, do not try to moisten the soil in the near-stem circle, but pour it directly onto the plant. It is not right. The main task is to make the soil moist where the roots of the plant are. In addition, when moisture remains on the leaves of the hosta, this can lead to its stagnation on the leaves, and, accordingly, the appearance of rot.
Do you also need to feed correctly?
Be sure to pay attention to plant feeding. After all, every year it increases its green mass, which means it needs strength. Use organic and nitrogen fertilizers. Compost, humus, mullein will become hosta's best friends. Be sure to pamper your favorite plant 2 times a year, in early spring and early summer. At the end of summer, you can try to feed the host with mineral universal fertilizers. They are easy to find in any specialty store.
How do you take care of the hosts?
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