Hosta 'Francee'
PLANTAIN LILY
Asparagaceae-Agavoideae

 
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Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 5-10

Sunlight: dappled light to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: light frost
0.5m
Plant habit
 
0.8m

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Pests: Protect from snails and slugs.

Pruning: Remove spent flower stems & leaves as they form.

 
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Hosta 'Francee'
PLANTAIN LILY
Asparagaceae-Agavoideae

 

  Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 5-10

Sunlight: dappled light to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: light frost
0.5m
Plant habit
 
0.8m

FEATURES

Flowers: mauve

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer

Leaves: corrugated; dark green; edged white


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, oriental & cottage designs

Uses: informal edging, pot, mass planting, accents, border, fire retardant

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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