Light
Part to full shade. It takes some morning sun better than most variegated hostas.
Growing guide · Perennials
Hosta
How to grow Hosta 'Francee'.
The classic white-edged hosta.
- Light
- Part sun, shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Zones
- 3–9
- Size
- 14–20 in. tall, 3 ft wide
- Spacing
- 24–30 in. apart.
- Pets
- Not pet-safe; keep out of reach
Water
About an inch a week. It tolerates short dry spells once established.
Planting and soil
Spring or now in fall, crown at soil level, in soil with some compost.
Feeding
Compost or slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Pruning
Cut the flower stems after bloom. Clear leaves after frost.
Through the year
Emerges mid-spring. Flowers July and August. Dies back with hard frost.
If something's off
Slugs and deer. The white edges brown in hot afternoon sun. Hostas are toxic to dogs and cats if eaten.
Plays well with
Plant it with friends.
Why we stock it: A reliable, clean-looking hosta that ties a shade bed together.
Hosta 'Francee'from $21.99 · Arrives alive, or we replace it
Hosta 'Francee'from $21.99 · Arrives alive, or we replace it