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

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.

?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 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.