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Description
Hosta Fortunei Francee’, also known as Hosta Francee’, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Japan, Korea, and China. It belongs to the family Asparagaceae and is a popular choice for shade gardens due to its striking foliage.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Hosta |
Appearance
Hosta Fortunei Francee’ has heart-shaped leaves that are green with white edges, making it an eye-catching plant in any garden. The leaves can grow up to 10 inches long and 8 inches wide. In the summer, it produces lavender flowers on tall, slender stems that can reach up to 2 feet in height. This plant can grow up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide.
Care Guide
Hosta Fortunei Francee’ is a low-maintenance plant, making it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners. Here are some care tips:
- Water: Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring and mid-summer to promote healthy growth.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Hostas prefer slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
- Sunlight: Hosta Fortunei Francee’ prefers partial to full shade, but can tolerate some morning sun.
- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in zones 3 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hosta Fortunei Francee’ is generally not prone to pests and diseases, but it can still be affected by some common ones:
- Slugs and snails: These pests can eat holes in the leaves. Use slug bait or copper tape to keep them away.
- Deer: Deer love to eat hostas, so protect your plants with a fence or deer repellent spray.
- Fungal diseases: Hostas can be affected by fungal diseases such as leaf spot and crown rot. Avoid overhead watering and provide good air circulation to prevent these diseases.
Habitat
Hosta Fortunei Francee’ is native to Japan, Korea, and China, where it grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and stream banks. In gardens, it is commonly used as a border plant or in shady areas under trees.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I fertilize Hosta Fortunei Francee’?
A: You should fertilize this plant in the spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Can Hosta Fortunei Francee’ tolerate full sun?
A: No, this plant prefers partial to full shade, but can tolerate some morning sun.
Q: How do I prevent slugs and snails from eating my Hosta Fortunei Francee’ leaves?
A: You can use slug bait or copper tape to keep them away.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Hosta Fortunei Francee’?
A: This plant is hardy in zones 3 to 9.
Related Plants
- Hosta ‘Patriot’
- Hosta ‘June’
- Hosta ‘Sum and Substance’
- Hosta ‘Guacamole’
References
- “Hosta Fortunei Francee’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=k810.
- “Hosta Fortunei Francee’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/98725/Hosta-Fortunei-Francee/Details.
- “Hosta Fortunei Francee’.” The Spruce, www.thespruce.com/hosta-fortunei-francee-4133719.
