Fieldstone Gardens Hosta

Given its mature spread of 42 to 48 inches, you should space these hostas at least 4 feet apart if you want them to grow into individual specimens. If you are planting for a mass effect or ground cover, you can space them slightly closer, around 3 feet apart.

Yes, 'Black Hills' is well-suited for full shade conditions. While it can tolerate partial shade, it will thrive in darker spots where other plants might struggle, making it an excellent choice for understory planting or north-facing garden beds.

Like most hostas, 'Black Hills' is not considered deer-proof. While the thick, corrugated leaves are slightly tougher than thinner-leaved varieties, you should still take precautions if deer are a frequent problem in your garden.

This hosta performs best in soil that is consistently moist but well-drained. It does not like to sit in standing water, so ensure your planting site has good drainage, especially if you have heavy clay soil.

You will see pale lavender flowers emerge in midsummer. These blooms rise above the foliage, providing a nice vertical contrast to the low, mounded leaves.

It is a relatively low-maintenance perennial. Once established, you mainly need to ensure it receives adequate water during dry spells and clean up the dead foliage in late autumn after the first frost.