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Tricyrtis formosana 'Gilt Edge'

Toad Lily

  • Category: Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone:4-8
  • Height:24 Inches
  • Spread:12-24 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Blue/Purple

Exotic, orchid-like blooms are white with deep pink spots.
Foliage is equally as appealing, being dark green with narrow yellow-cream margins, which gives interest to this plant all season long.
A late season bloomer- worth the wait!

Exposure
Partial Sun
Foliage Color
Variegated
Soil Moisture
Moist
Attributes
Container
Cut Flower/Foliage
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Spring
Summer
Bloom Time
September - October
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Tricyrtis formosana 'Gilt Edge'

Useful in pond-side plantings where the area is constantly moist. Can grow quite nicely in a regular garden situation as long as it does not have to endure a long dry period. Will spread to make a nice colony, but should not be considered aggressive.