Light: Hostas are known to be a shade perennial, but they grow best when they receive bits of light for a few hours a day. Hostas in the variety of variegated leaves needs exposure to morning sun in order to enhance the yellow coloring. 

Soil: Well drained soil with rich organic matter that has a acidic pH.

Water: Keep the soil moist but not drenched. Once the hosta is established, they can tolerate dry soil for a short period of time.