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Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor'
Also Known As
- Toad Lily
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor' plant details
Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with variegated foliage. In fall and summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: liliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous variegated
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Tricyrtis macropoda 'Tricolor'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Flower Color
- lavender
- purple
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 24"
Width: 24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Autumn Glow Toad Lily
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 15"-20"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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