Troubleshooting
Hosta 'Fun and Games' problems — and how to fix them
Hosta 'Fun and Games' (Hosta 'Fun and Games') 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.
Reversion shoots
Plain dark-green shoots may appear; remove these at the crown immediately to preserve the variegated character of the plant.
Slug damage on pale leaf areas
The white sections of the leaf are thinner and more attractive to slugs; maintain slug control from spring emergence.
Sunscorch on white areas
Even indirect bright light can brown the white leaf portions; keep in a shadier position than solid-coloured hostas.
Inconsistent variegation each season
Some seasons the mottling pattern may be more or less pronounced; this is inherent to the cultivar and not a problem.
Slow establishment from small divisions
Large corrugated leaves develop slowly from small divisions; plant sizeable pieces and be patient for 2-3 seasons.
Prevent hosta 'fun and games' problems before they start
Most hosta 'fun and games' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Hosta 'Fun and Games' problems — FAQ
Why is my hosta 'fun and games' reversion shoots?
Plain dark-green shoots may appear; remove these at the crown immediately to preserve the variegated character of the plant.
Why is my hosta 'fun and games' slug damage on pale leaf areas?
The white sections of the leaf are thinner and more attractive to slugs; maintain slug control from spring emergence.
Why is my hosta 'fun and games' sunscorch on white areas?
Even indirect bright light can brown the white leaf portions; keep in a shadier position than solid-coloured hostas.
Why is my hosta 'fun and games' inconsistent variegation each season?
Some seasons the mottling pattern may be more or less pronounced; this is inherent to the cultivar and not a problem.
Why is my hosta 'fun and games' slow establishment from small divisions?
Large corrugated leaves develop slowly from small divisions; plant sizeable pieces and be patient for 2-3 seasons.