About This Plant
Frances Williams Hosta is a beloved classic prized for its large, heavily textured leaves. Blue-green foliage is dramatically edged in irregular chartreuse to golden-yellow margins, creating a bold focal point in the shade garden.
This substantial hosta forms an impressive, broad mound and produces tall scapes of pale lavender flowers in summer. Its generous size and striking foliage make it excellent for woodland gardens, shady borders, and areas where you want a strong architectural presence.
Planting & Care
How to Plant
Choose a shady spot with under 3 hours of direct sun. Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot and plant at the same depth it was growing, gently loosening the roots. Water deeply after planting and add 2–3 in of mulch, keeping it off the stems. Hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Watering & Feeding
Water deeply 1–2 times a week for the first season, about 1 in per week. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during heat and dry spells. Top-dress with compost in spring; most perennials don't need much fertilizer.
Pruning & Seasonal Care
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Cut back after a hard frost, or leave stems standing for winter interest and tidy up in spring. Divide every 3–4 years if the center thins. Mulch in late fall to protect roots through the first winter.