Gorgeous, glossy golden leaves mature to large mounds. Plants need bright sun to intensify their golden color. Fragrant white flowers appear in late summer. Hostas are excellent perennials for shade that require minimal care. They are lovely massed in woodland settings or used as specimens. With their weed smothering foliage, they make idea ground covers. Although they are tough plants that can withstand periods of drought, for best results keep well watered during dry spells.