'Sinonome' Toad Lily (Tricyrtis)
Perennial
- Unique orchid-like flowers bloom in late summer.
- Prolific bloomer not prone to spreading.
- Tall stems are perfect for cut flowers!
- Durable native perennial, resistant to deer.
- Zones 5-8, sun, 2-3’ tall x 1-2’ wide at maturity.
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Common name: Formosa toad lily, toad lily, arctic orchid
Zone: 5-8
Sun exposure: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 2-3’ x 1-2’
Flower color: White, Purple
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Summer, fall
Bloom time: Late summer- fall
Features: Deer resistant, ground cover, heat tolerant, rare & unusual, best for beginners
Uses: Accent, container gardening, woodland gardening, massing, border, cut flower, cut foliage
How to Grow
Light: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Water: Average. Keep the soil consistently moist but not too wet.
Spacing: 18-24”
Fertilizing: Fertilizer isn't needed regularly. Light applications of all purpose garden fertilizer in early spring, but be sure not to over fertilize as this can result in weak, unattractive growth.
Winterizing: A light winter mulch will help protect roots
Maintenance & pruning: Formosa toad lilies spread slowly via stolons, so they may need some care to contain them in a single area. Pruning is not required, though it does improve flower production. Cut back your plants by half or less in early June to encourage branching. Keep in mind pruning may slightly delay flowering, but your patience will be rewarded with more blooms.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.