Botanical profile

Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams'

Latin name
Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams'
Common name
Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams'
Type
Perennial
Family
Asparagaceae

Prized for its variegated foliage, it is characterized by its large, thick, blue-green leaves edged in chartreuse to yellow. Its white flowers, borne on 75 cm flower spikes, are raised above the foliage and add a touch of elegance. Slow growing, plant in shade in moist soil for best effect.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Light shadow
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Kept moist, Clayey
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July
Flower color
Purple
Foliage color
Multicolored
Shape
In rosette
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
22 inches (56 cm)
Width
4 feet (1.22 m)
Growth rate
Moderate

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