Hosta 'Frances Williams'

Also Known As

Hosta 'Frances William'
Hosta 'Francis Williams'
Francis Williams Hosta Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 48"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Hosta 'Frances Williams' plant details

Hosta 'Frances Williams' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue, gold and variegated foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hosta 'Frances Williams'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, gold and variegated
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, long-lived, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hosta 'Frances Williams'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Spectacular when mature? (P. Aden), the large (to 8" x 10") heavily textured leaves of this special Hosta (to 30"h x 40"w) are blue-green with a wide irregular yellow margin. PSh-Sh/M

By: Forestfarm

William Hosta a beautiful variegated hosta with its deep blue green heart shaped foliage & creamy beige margins. White flowers bloom in summer.

By: Garden World

The classic drama of 'Francis Williams' makes it one of the most popular hostas. Blue centres and green margins on puckered leaves. Near white flowers. Stunning as a specimen plant in the shade border.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

The classic gold edged sieboldiana, it is old but still very popular.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Blue leaves with a yellow edge. Can grow about 30" and spread 48". Awards: Alex J. Summers Distinguished Merit Award. Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Recommended by: Ohio Plant Selection Committee, & the United States National Arboretum.

By: Fantastic Plants

32-36" tall and 40-48" wide. Blue green leaves have a yellowish-green irregular edging which become wider as the plant ages. Some crimping and puckering. Pale lavender flowers in lat June and July on 36" scapes.