The annual addition to the red ceramic pots at the edge of the Zen Garden in the courtyard will consist of two Paul's Glory Hosta (Hosta x 'Paul's Glory'). As usual, I transplanted these Hosta into large containers that reside in the ceramic pots. Doing so will give the roots some room to expand as the plants grow.
I have had a lot of luck with this process over the past few years. Using Hosta allows me to then transplant the plants in the fall into the gardens as needed. It is a better investment that annuals with pretty flowers which can cost a lot for a plant large enough for these pots. Additionally, slugs destroy such flowing plants. The "rubbery" nature of these Hosta will help deter the slugs. I also have to contend with rabbits that eat Hosta in the early spring. Next year, these two plants can act as backup fillers if needed and since they are being reused, reduce my overall garden costs.
I also added a Halcyon Hosta (Hosta x tardiana 'Halcyon') to the large contemporary red ceramic pot I purchased back in 2014.
The color contrast looks good and transplanting it to a larger internal container will help its roots expand. In the fall, I will then find a spot to over winter it/transplant it into the ground for use next year.