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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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Height - 60cm (24in) -
Spread - 1m (3ft)
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Herbaceous - Early 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. Bell-shaped, 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) -
Full shade -
Partial shade - better colour with sun but shelter from midday sun. -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - a great delicacy for slugs and snails! Vine weevil in pot grown plants. Possibly virus infections -
Place of origin - garden origin (USA) -
Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Leaf colour (if not green) - Gold variegated
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - shelter from cold dry winds. Will not tolerate drought. Mulch annually in spring to keep in moisture
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Hosta - Care Guide
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
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