The area is both shady and acidic. Hostas grow amazing there, I have 4 different varieties now. I have tried other plants, but they just do not take between the lighting and the acidity. Begonias and coleus are both annuals, but they thrive there and look awesome in contrast to the hostas. I planted 12 coleus and 6 begonias, saved 4 coleus and 1 begonia. Name: IMAG0700.jpg Views: 77 Size: 100.8 KB