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Hosta ‘Frances Williams’

Plantain Lily 'Frances Williams'

Good for cut flowers badge Hardiness H7

A classic large hosta with heavily corrugated blue-green leaves edged in irregular yellow-green margins. The thick foliage forms a broad, bold mound with excellent texture and contrast, while near-white flowers rise above the leaves in early to midsummer.
SKU: HOST-10-S
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, not a flowering month
June, not a flowering month
July, flowering month
August, flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H7 (< −20 °C) Extremely hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Containers
  • Groundcover
  • Flower Borders
  • Underplanting
Merits
  • Good for Cut Flowers
Hosta ‘Frances Williams’

Hosta ‘Frances Williams’ Description

Hosta ‘Frances Williams’ is a classic large variegated hosta valued for its blue-green foliage, textured leaves, and irregular golden margins. It forms a broad mound of thick, heavily corrugated leaves with yellow-green edges that brighten the cool blue centers and create a rich, layered effect. Grown in partial shade with moist, fertile soil, it is well suited to woodland borders, foundation plantings, mixed shade gardens, and traditional hosta collections. In early to midsummer, near-white flowers rise above the mound, though the bold foliage provides the main display throughout the season. For gardeners looking for an old favorite with substance, texture, variegation, and timeless appeal, Hosta ‘Frances Williams’ remains one of the most recognizable shade-garden plants.

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