I'm not familiar with your growing zone, but yes...You can lose hostas over the winter. Going into the winter too dry can be a big problem. In my zone, lack of ground cover during the harsh winter temps can also be a problem. Some varieties also take longer than others to show up. I always think 'On Stage' isn't coming back, but it shows up a lot later than my others. I'm not sure, but it could be that your zone is really pushing the limit for hosta?
