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Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy'

Also Known As

  • Trudy Hairy Toad Lily
  • Trudy Toad Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy' plant details

Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Intrinsic Introduction! Selected for hardiness, this Toad Lily named for my Mom has proven reliably hardy. White flowers spotted purple on 18-24" stems. Hairy foliage alternate on upright stems. Part shade, average to dry soil.

Gardening facts about Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy' plant

How to Grow Tricyrtis hirta 'Trudy'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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