Francee Hosta
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Fast for a hosta (vigorous clump expansion)
- Part Shade to Full Shade
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Georgia grown & ready to plant
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About Francee Hosta
Francee Hosta is one of the most vigorous and widely grown variegated hosta cultivars, forming a mounded clump of heart-shaped medium-green leaves with a narrow, crisp white edge that reads cleaner and more refined than the broader margins of bolder cultivars like Patriot. It grows to 1.5-2 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide and expands its clump faster than many hosta varieties, making it a good value choice for filling a larger shaded area or for dividing every few years to create additional plants elsewhere in the garden. Like all hostas, it needs consistent moisture and thrives in the part to full shade found under mature Georgia tree canopy, since direct sun scorches its leaves. Summer brings tall lavender flower spikes above the foliage mound. Deer and slugs are the primary challenges growing hostas in the Southeast; Francee's faster growth rate helps it recover more quickly from browsing damage than slower-growing hosta cultivars.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 1.5-2 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2-3 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate to High — consistent moisture |
| Bloom Season | Summer (lavender flower spikes) |
| Growth Rate | Fast for a hosta (vigorous clump expansion) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Pet Safe | Check with a vet |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant Francee Hosta in part to full shade in compost-enriched soil that holds consistent moisture; Georgia's clay benefits from organic matter added at planting. Mulch to conserve moisture. Divide clumps every 3-4 years in early spring or fall to control size and create new plants. Water during dry spells and monitor for slug damage on the foliage. Check soil moisture regularly through the growing season, since Georgia's summer heat can dry out beds faster than expected, and inconsistent moisture is the most common cause of poor performance.
Fast Facts
- Vigorous, fast-growing variegated hosta cultivar
- Medium-green leaves with narrow crisp white edge
- Mature clump size: 1.5-2 ft tall, 2-3 ft wide
- Lavender summer flower spikes
- Prefers part to full shade, consistent moisture
- Not deer resistant; susceptible to slug damage
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Francee Hosta FAQs
How fast does Francee Hosta spread?
Francee Hosta is one of the more vigorous hosta cultivars, expanding its clump noticeably faster than many other varieties and reaching full mature size of 2-3 feet wide within a few growing seasons. Its faster growth also means it can be divided every 3-4 years to create additional plants.
Do deer eat Francee Hosta?
Yes, Francee Hosta is not considered deer resistant and can be browsed by deer, especially newly planted specimens. In Gwinnett County areas with heavy deer pressure, fencing or repellent application is worth considering until the plant is well established.