Tricyrtis formosana 'Spotted Toad'

Also Known As

Toad Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 18"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Tricyrtis formosana 'Spotted Toad' plant details

Tricyrtis formosana 'Spotted Toad' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with chocolate, green and variegated foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis formosana 'Spotted Toad'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous chocolate, green and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis formosana 'Spotted Toad'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has purple flowers with a huge amount of deep purple spots. This woodlander blooms in late August adding a subtle hint of color.

By: Gossler Farms

Came to us by the same folks as 'Blushing Toad'; this one has unusually large spots on the leaves, especially in spring. Unlike some other forms, this selection grows sturdy stems. Flowers are heavily lavender-pink spotted. They like a moist, humusy soil.

By: Edelweiss Perennials

Blooms: late summer, purple and white flowers. Dark green foliage with dark purple dots. Zone 7-9. 18", Japan, part shade-shade, moist, well drained soil.