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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 11, 2018
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    Fungicides are the only treatment for Southern Blight.
    This link has more information for you.

    You could contact your County Extension Office to see if others in your region are having issues with this disease. They may know the best product to use for your particular area.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 12, 2018
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    You can plant your Hosta in full shade to part sun.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 23, 2018
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    Yes, to all of the reasons you list. I'm also in a cold zone 4b and we are so far behind. Some of my Hosta have just barely broken ground. Provide ample moisture and give them time!

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 2, 2018
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    That looks like rabbit damage to me!
    These links will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/hosta/hosta-problems.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/hosta/hosta-pest-control.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/keep-rabbits-out-of-gardens.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 4, 2018
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    "White Feather" is almost a new hosta on the market. In spring, its leaves emerge pure white, begging the question of how the plant will survive without chlorophyll? By summer, the leaves may develop a blotchy green appearance. If the green fails to develop, the plant will not return the next year, or will be much weakened. This hosta does not tolerate sun and should be grown in partial shade where it can gather enough light to remain perennial.

    Here are a couple of articles you might find helpful:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/hosta/hosta-problems.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    June 11, 2018
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    Knowing which weeds you have is the key to success. Some spread only via underground roots. If that is the case, a pre-emergent isn't necessary since it only works to prevent seed germination. Glyphosate, still the safest herbicide, painted on leaves with a brush (I use foam brushes) usually works well if you are dealing with an extensive root system. After application, cover the weed with a can or plastic bag until the herbicide dries so it doesn't come in touch with your hosta. Apply pre-emergent if you wish and water it in then put down 3"of mulch . Pre-emergents are usually applied in early spring since many weed seeds are floating in the air then. Read instructions, but it is often necessary to re-apply 3 months later. Once in a blue moon, it is necessary to lift the hosta and get all the weed stolons or rhizomes out from entanglement with hosta roots. Obviously, this is worst-case scenario.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 14, 2018
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    These articles will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/hosta/hostas-containers.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/hosta/hosta-houseplant-care.htm

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