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Hosta 'Francee'

Hosta 'Francee' is a classic shade loving perennial valued for its deep green leaves edged with crisp white margins. Well suited to New Zealand gardens, it provides reliable foliage colour from spring through autumn. This variety is ideal for gardeners wanting an elegant low maintenance plant that brightens shaded areas and performs consistently in garden beds borders and containers.

Hosta 'Francee' plants with lush green foliage edged with white.
Hosta 'Francee' plants with lush foliage in a border garden.
Hosta 'Francee' plants with lush foliage in a cottage garden.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Perennials
Height:50 cm
Spread:80 cm
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku17037

How to grow Hosta 'Francee' in NZ

To grow Hosta 'Francee' in NZ, plant it in a shaded or partially shaded position with fertile moisture retentive soil. Morning sun is tolerated, but protection from hot afternoon sun gives best results. Planting in spring or autumn allows strong establishment. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist. Mulching helps retain moisture and supports healthy root development.

Hosta 'Francee' care tips

Hosta 'Francee' is easy to care for once established. Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season and avoid drying out. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage lush foliage. Remove spent flower stems to maintain a tidy appearance. Slug and snail protection may be required, particularly when new growth emerges in spring.

Hosta 'Francee' size, spacing, and growth rate

Hosta 'Francee' typically grows to around 50 to 60 cm tall and spreads 70 to 90 cm wide as clumps mature. Space plants approximately 70 cm apart to allow full development and airflow. It has a moderate growth rate, forming larger clumps over time. Plants die back in winter and re emerge strongly in spring.

Landscaping uses for Hosta 'Francee'

Hosta 'Francee' is ideal for shaded borders woodland gardens and underplanting trees and shrubs. The variegated foliage provides contrast against darker green plants and ferns. It works well in mass plantings for impact or as a feature in containers. This variety pairs beautifully with other shade loving perennials for layered planting schemes.

Why buy Hosta 'Francee' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Hosta 'Francee' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for strength and performance. We supply healthy well established plants, provide expert growing advice, and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

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