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Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Variegata Japanese Toad Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-20"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata' plant details

Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with variegated foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the many variegated forms of hirta that has been selected over the years this has a neat narrow edge of creamy white on the leaves and the typical purple speckled hirta flowers. ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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