.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Francee' Plantain Lily Hosta fortunei 'Francee' Description A vibrant perennial with broad, variegated green and white foliage. Features tall flowering spikes in summer with white, bell-shaped flowers. Compact growth habit makes it ideal for shaded gardens. Suggested Uses Perfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, containers, and as groundcover. Complements other shade-loving plants and adds texture to shaded landscape areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Francee' Plantain Lily Hosta fortunei 'Francee' Common Name: Francee' Plantain Lily Size & Growth: Typically grows to 18-24 inches tall with a spread of 24-30 inches. Slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous, variegated broad leaves Bloom Time: Summer (June to August) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Shade to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for shaded pots Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, Astilbe, Heuchera Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining, rich soil in shaded or partially shaded areas. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, well-drained soil. Soil Type: Rich, organic, moist soil Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged foliage in early spring or late fall. Winter Care: Mulch heavily in northern zones to protect roots from cold. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery pot. Fertilization: Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Provide mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.