Hosta 'Francee' (fortunei) (Plantain Lily)

Plantain Lily 'Francee', 'Francee' Hosta, Hosta 'Francee'

Lush foliage clumps with dramatic, heart-shaped, dark green leaves edged in white - truly a standout in the landscape. The mounding foliage with beautiful variegation is ideal for those sometimes difficult to fill shady woodland areas and borders. A wonderful hosta for containers. An herbaceous perennial.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 3-9
Exposure Shade, Partial Shade
Season of Interest Summer
Height12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spread3' - 6' (ft)
Spacing 48" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Award Winning, Plant of Merit, Showy, Variegated
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Ponds and Streams, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
Hosta 'Francee' (fortunei) (Plantain Lily) | Plantain Lily 'Francee', 'Francee' Hosta, Hosta 'Francee' || Lush foliage clumps with dramatic, heart-shaped, dark green leaves edged in white - truly a standout in the landscape. The mounding foliage with beautiful variegation is ideal for those sometimes difficult to fill shady woodland areas and borders. A wonderful hosta for containers. An herbaceous perennial.
Shade, Partial Shade, Summer, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Award Winning, Plant of Merit, Showy, Variegated, Deer Tolerant, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Ponds and Streams, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
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Image © Monrovia