Can you mix ferns and hostas?

So it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that Hostas and ferns make a pretty good plant combination. The lacy fern leaves create an interesting contrast against the wide Hosta leaves. And the two together give the garden a lush, almost tropical feeling.

What grows well next to ferns?

Ferns combine well in borders with other shade loving plants such as hostas, caladiums and astilbes to create a lush display of foliage.

Are hostas good for gardens?

Hosta plants are a perennial favorite among gardeners. Their lush foliage and easy care make them ideal for a low maintenance garden.

Where should you not plant hostas?

Because hostas replicate so easily, some gardeners presume they can stick them anywhere. They shouldn’t. Planting in an open, exposed location can lead to tattered foliage. Try to find a spot with protection from wind.

Can hostas take full sun?

These perennial favorites can actually tolerate a fair amount of sun—and some can withstand a few hours of direct sun. While these hosta plants withstand more sun, they still grow best and develop best leaf color in partial shade. Second, hosta plants that open fragrant flowers can usually withstand a little more sun.

What looks good planted with hostas?

Look for marbled or patterned leaves and varieties like Caramel, Autumn Leaves, Berry Smoothie, Creole Nights and Electric Lime. Painted ferns introduce shades of burgundy to the garden, complementary to the coral bells and contrasting with the rich green hosta. Heuchera and ferns are low-maintenance plants.

Can tree ferns take full sun?

Where to Plant Your Tree Fern. The Soft tree fern, naturally grows under trees and thrives in shade. However, provided it has adequate water, it will equally thrive in full sun. Plants dislike constant buffeting by winds so site in a sheltered spot out of the prevailing wind.

Where should I plant a fern in my garden?

How to grow Ferns. Most hardy garden ferns thrive best in a shady or part shaded area, and many will grow happily in full sun. Most are happiest in a moist soil which does not get too dry, although there are plenty of ferns which thrive equally well in dry stone walls and in the dust dry soil underneath mature trees.

What is the prettiest hosta?

19 of the Best Hostas for Gardeners in Zones 3-11

• August Moon.
• Blue Mouse Ears.
• Color Festival.
• Curly Fries.
• Empress Wu.
• First Frost.
• Fragrant Bouquet.
• Francee.

Where is the best place to plant hostas?

Where to Plant Hostas. To plant hostas, select a spot that receives partial to full shade. Most types of hostas can withstand morning sun but prefer a shady setting. It’s important to know that these perennials grow best in soil that’s fertile and full of organic matter.

How often should you water hostas?

We like to give the hostas a good DEEP watering once a week during the summer if it hasn’t rained enough. A general sprinkler set for an hour once a week during dry periods will help the hostas hold up through the growing season and they will grow better the following year.

What plants go with hostas?

Perennials that are good companions for hostas include snowdrops, tulips, daffodils and forget-me-nots. Annuals such as impatiens, begonias and coleus make excellent planting mates as well.

What to plant with hostas?

As you choose what to plant with hostas, you might consider traditional partners, like lacy ferns, astilbe and golden hakone grass (Hakonechloa macra ‘Aurea’). These plants unfurl leaves that provide a feathery, lacy textural contrast to the broad leaves of hosta plants.

How far apart to plant Hosta plants?

Spacing. Hosta spacing depends on the species and on how you want the area to look. When used as ground cover, you can plant hostas closer together so they touch one another, but when used as specimen plants, you want some room in between them. To fill in areas, you should space large hostas about 30 to 36 inches apart,…

How do I plant hostas?

Start planting hostas by digging a hole and adding organic matter. Compost, composted manure, ground tree bark or other locally available materials provide ideal sources of organic matter, which helps soil retain water so it’s readily available to plant roots. Dig planting holes that are wider than deep.