Troubleshooting
Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet' problems — and how to fix them
Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet' (Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Slug damage
Thin-leaved fragrant hostas are more susceptible to slugs than thick, puckered blue types; protect from emergence.
Failing to flower
Deep shade prevents reliable flowering; ensure at least dappled or partial shade with some indirect light to encourage blooms.
Flower stalk floppiness
The tall flower scapes may need staking in exposed or windy positions; use bamboo stakes and soft ties before the spike extends fully.
Crown rot
Poorly drained soils cause crown rot; improve drainage with grit or raised planting.
Loss of marginal colour in shade
The creamy-yellow margin narrows and fades in deep shade; site where some light reaches to maintain the variegation.
Prevent hosta 'fragrant bouquet' problems before they start
Most hosta 'fragrant bouquet' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet' problems — FAQ
Why is my hosta 'fragrant bouquet' slug damage?
Thin-leaved fragrant hostas are more susceptible to slugs than thick, puckered blue types; protect from emergence.
Why is my hosta 'fragrant bouquet' failing to flower?
Deep shade prevents reliable flowering; ensure at least dappled or partial shade with some indirect light to encourage blooms.
Why is my hosta 'fragrant bouquet' flower stalk floppiness?
The tall flower scapes may need staking in exposed or windy positions; use bamboo stakes and soft ties before the spike extends fully.
Why is my hosta 'fragrant bouquet' crown rot?
Poorly drained soils cause crown rot; improve drainage with grit or raised planting.
Why is my hosta 'fragrant bouquet' loss of marginal colour in shade?
The creamy-yellow margin narrows and fades in deep shade; site where some light reaches to maintain the variegation.