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Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers'

Also Known As

  • White Towers Toad Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-30"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers' plant details

Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely white orchid like flowers accented with lavender pink anthers draw you in up close when they begin to open in mid-late summer. They are borne on arching stems that grow 18-30" tall, making this a good midsize plant for the lightly shaded border. Tricyrtis enjoy an evenly moist soil and are deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers' plant

How to Grow Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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