Oh wow, just look at all the amazing hosta photos.
I can see I will be adding more to my very small collection this year.
I think hostas have to have a dormant/cold season, so they may act more like an annual for some people, but maybe you could try them in full shade and water them with ice cubes? I know this can work on some other types of plants.
Has anyone every tried this method in warmer climates?