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HOSTA sieboldiana 'Frances Williams'
Commonly known as Funkia, Plantain lily
An outstanding variety with large amounts of yellow edging to bluish-green leaves
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Pests & Diseases
A great delicacy for slugs and snails! Vine weevil in pot grown plants. Possibly virus infections -
Place of origin
Garden origin (USA) -
White
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped
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BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Gold variegated
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
1m (3ft) -
HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump forming perennial. Heart-shaped, cupped, very puckered leaves 20cm (8in) long. Greyish-white flowers on scapes 65cm (26in) tall.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilShelter from cold dry winds. Will not tolerate drought. Mulch annually in spring to keep in moisture
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Full shade
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Partial shade
Better colour with sun but shelter from midday sun. -
Mature Size60cm (24in)
1m (3ft)
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