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Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin'

Also Known As

  • Sharkskin Toad Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 9"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender, pink and white blooms in fall
Uses: showy, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin' plant

How to Grow Tricyrtis 'Sharkskin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • 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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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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Width: 24"-36"

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  • even moisture - regular
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