Hosta 'Frances Williams' is a distinguished perennial plant celebrated for its striking foliage and adaptability to shaded environments. This classic cultivar features large, heart-shaped leaves with blue-green centers and wide, irregular golden-yellow margins. First identified in 1936, it has become a cornerstone of shade gardens across America, offering both visual impact and reliable performance for landscapers and garden designers.
A Timeless Classic for Shade Gardens
The 'Frances Williams' hosta delivers exceptional value for commercial landscape projects and retail nurseries. This award-winning cultivar stands out with several remarkable features:
- Impressive size, forming substantial mounds 24-36 inches tall with a spread of 36-63 inches at maturity
- Heavily corrugated, textured foliage that adds dimensional interest to plantings
- Elegant near-white to pale lilac flowers on tall scapes during early to mid-summer
- Excellent deer and slug resistance compared to many other hosta varieties
- Recipient of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit
- Exceptional longevity with minimal maintenance requirements
These characteristics make 'Frances Williams' an ideal choice for creating dramatic focal points or filling large shaded areas in commercial and residential landscapes.
Planting and Growing Information
Plant 'Frances Williams' hostas in partial to full shade locations with rich, moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth. While adaptable to average garden conditions, consistent moisture produces the best results. This versatile perennial thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, making it suitable for most regions across the United States. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives. Expect blooms from late spring through late summer, with the foliage providing interest throughout the growing season.
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EAN code09470102
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Light RequirementsSun, Shade
- Bloom TimeLate Spring to Late Summer
- SizeII
- Packaged in400
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesHeat and slug resistant
- Shipping Time FrameSpring