Photo of Trillium smallii flower by Keeping it Green Nursery

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Trillium smallii

Also Known As

  • Kojima Islnd Trillium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Trillium smallii plant details

Trillium smallii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trillium smallii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melanthiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trillium smallii

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blooms: spring, purple-red/ large trifoliate foliage Zone 5-9. 18", Japan, part shade-shade, moist, humus rich, WD

Gardening facts about Trillium smallii plant

How to Grow Trillium smallii

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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