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John Plant
6 days ago5 min read
Hosta Winter Care Part Two
Sorry, no time to put your feet up - This blog is a gentle reminder and follows up last years winter care blog published in October 2024...
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John Plant
Jan 34 min read
Whats's in a Name? .... How Hostas Get Their Names
I am often asked who gave a particular Hosta its name? Why is it called that? Who thinks up these names? Many Hosta varieties are named...
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John Plant
Dec 27, 20242 min read
Reflecting on 2024: A Year End Review for the Blog
Welcome to the end of the year for 2024. There has been so much to talk about and discuss that we decided to start a blog at the...
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John Plant
Dec 20, 20241 min read
Christmas Greetings to my Hosta loving Blog Readers
We've boxed our last Hosta order before Christmas. We'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support, and to...
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John Plant
Dec 13, 20244 min read
What is Hosta Crown Rot Disease?
Crown rot is a disease caused by a soil-borne fungus that can survive in the soil indefinitely. This fungal disease is often favoured by...
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John Plant
Dec 6, 20244 min read
Did You Know ..... Hostas Have Eyes?
Sometimes when there is a description of a Hosta having two or three or more eyes, it refers to the number of shoots that are coming from...
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John Plant
Nov 22, 20242 min read
AHGA 2025 Hosta of The Year ... The fabulous Hosta Skywriter
Dan Wols of Illinois masters everything he sets his mind to, and hybridising hostas is no exception! His garden is a treasure chest of...
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John Plant
Nov 15, 20243 min read
Glossary Of Hosta Terms
When reading about plants, and in particular, Hostas, you will see the odd word that you may not have seen before. You think, “why can’t...
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John Plant
Nov 8, 20244 min read
The Art of Curating: A Closer Look at Our Special Collection Hostas
What is a Special Collection? Among the numerous Hostas varieties we offer, some truly shine above the rest, earning them a place in our...
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John Plant
Nov 1, 20243 min read
Bringing you the widest choice of Hostas .... for the 2025 season.
Rewela Hostas is a small family run nursery & website based in the heart of Yorkshire, that have a passion for Hostas. We pride ourselves...
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John Plant
Oct 25, 20245 min read
How to Care for Your Hostas Over Winter
The summer has gone, autumn is well under way. Some of the Hostas are still showing their autumn colour, but in general most have already...
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John Plant
Oct 18, 20245 min read
Leaf Mould for your Hostas
Leaf mould, also known as leaf mulch, is a form of compost made entirely from tree leaves, usually deciduous trees. Those that shed their...
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John Plant
Oct 11, 20245 min read
Possible Labels for Your Hostas?
All good gardeners know how important it is to label your plants, and how frustrating it is when you don’t. It’s amazing how quickly you...
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John Plant
Oct 4, 20244 min read
2024. ...Too Wet, Too Cold, Too Hot & Too Windy for Hostas? "It’s been a funny old year"
Here in North Yorkshire, 2024 was undoubtedly, a very strange year as far as the weather is concerned. Which means a strange year for the...
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John Plant
Sep 27, 20246 min read
Growing Hostas From Seed
Typically Hosta plants are multiplied by splitting the whole plant into more, smaller plants, but you can grow Hostas from seed. It’s...
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John Plant
Sep 20, 20244 min read
Hostas That Cope with Dry Shady Conditions..Typically Under Tree Cover
Dry shade can be the result of several different situations. It could be an area of your garden that can’t be reached with a garden hose,...
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John Plant
Sep 13, 20245 min read
Planting Spring Bulbs With Your Hostas
Hostas are full of joy and colour for several months of the year. They fill your garden with a mass of different coloured and sized...
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John Plant
Sep 6, 20244 min read
Is It Too Late To Plant Hostas? ... No In Fact It's a Good Time.
Is it too late to plant my Hostas? No, in fact it’s a good time Hostas can be planted at virtually any time of year. Now is a great time...
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John Plant
Aug 30, 20245 min read
Why Are Light Levels So Important For Hostas?
Hostas are classed as a shade loving plant. This often means that the importance of light levels for when growing Hostas can often get...
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John Plant
Aug 16, 20244 min read
"Exploring the Best Fragrant Flowering Hostas for Your Garden"
It is fair to say the biggest attraction for buying Hostas are the wonderfully stunning foliage, together with the differences in shape...
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