How NOT to plant a hosta....
On 13 Apr, 18:43, Bill wrote:
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So, *question is... * * Will a giant hosta be able to grow in 6" of
soil...... most of my
other hostas are within the top 4 - 6" of soil. *
Peter
*All mine are about 5-6 inches. *You can always add an inch or two if
you want more room for insurance. *A large rock may give you a moisture
retention problem though.
* Don't forget Hosta like to be split apart and moved about. *Large one
in a great spot was eaten from below last year. *New one in same spot
will be behind an in ground fence. *Not guaranteed but it makes me feel
good.
*Bill *death to voles....
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Don't forget slug pellets! Mine were eaten alive without them!
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