Tricyrtis
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Tricyrtis Species and Varietals
The best growing zones for Toad Lily vary depending on the species; for more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Tricyrtis formosana (Tricyrtis stolonifera) This species grows well in zones 3-9 and 14-17, and is native to Taiwan. It reaches 2.5 feet tall and spreads by runners to form a 1.5 foot wide clump. Leaves are green and marked with dark green. Flower buds are brown or maroon and open to reveal pale lilac to white flowers that are spotted with violet. Varieties include 'Amethystina' (which blooms earlier than the species with lavender flowers that have red-spotted throats), and 'Samurai' (a compact variety that blooms late into fall and has yellow-edged leaves). |
Tricyrtis hirta Native to Japan, this flower grows best in zones 2-9 and 14-18. It reaches 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide, and does not produce runners. Leaves are pale green and flowers are white to pale lilac, marked with purple. Varieties include 'Miyazaki' (with pink to white flowers with crimson spots) and 'Miyazaki Gold' (with gold-edged leaves). |
Caring for Tricyrtis
Propagation
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Videos
A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 637, Tricyrtis
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