Toad Lily, Japanese Toad Lily
| When to Plant: | |
| Spring |
| Blooms: | |
| Summer to Fall |
| Light Requirements: | |
| Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Plant Height: | ||
| Varies by type. | ||
| Hardiness Zones: | |
| Grow as Perennial in zones 4-8. Grow as Annual elsewhere. Find Your Zone |
| Planting Depth: | |
| 1-2" |
| Plant Spacing: | |
| 18-24" |
| Plant Type: | |
| Bare Root |
Tricyrtis, most commonly referred to as Toad Lily, is truly a one of a kind flower. Unique, white to pale lilac flowers covered with heavy purple spots are found in small clusters of 2-3 flowers. Tricyrtis are sometimes referred to as hairy toad lilies for some parts are found to be hairy.
It has the ability to bloom in the shade from late summer to early fall. Excellent for use in borders, woodland areas, shade gardens or naturalized gardens.
Plant Tricyrtis in the spring after all danger of frost has passed in a partially shaded to full shade location in moist but well draining soil.
Soil preparation: The ideal soil is porous and drains well and yet still holds enough water for the roots. If your soil is heavy clay and drains slowly, or very sandy and does not hold water, add organic soil amendments (peat moss or ground bark). Spread a 3-4" layer of soil amendment, add fertilizer and incorporate together into the soil to a depth of 10".
To plant: Dig a hole 1-2" deep in a well drained location. Place the tricyrtis in hole with roots pointed down and space 18-24" apart. Cover with soil and water. Mulch in extreme climates.
