Which of the following plants is considered shade-tolerant?

• A. Juniper
• B. Switch grass
• C. Hosta
• D. Rose

Answer: (C)

Shade tolerance means a plant can grow well with limited light, often under trees or in areas with few sun hours. Hostas are classic shade-loving perennials; they thrive in partial to full shade and prefer moist, well-drained soil. Their broad leaves capture light efficiently even when it's scarce, so they stay healthy and attractive without needing full sun. In contrast, juniper needs sun to maintain vigor and color, switch grass performs best in full sun, and roses generally require several hours of sun daily to bloom well. So among these plants, hosta best fits the shade-tolerant category.