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Erythronium citrinum

Also Known As

  • Citrus Fawn Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Erythronium citrinum plant details

Erythronium citrinum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. pink and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erythronium citrinum

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: pink and yellow blooms
Uses: cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erythronium citrinum

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creamy white blooms often with yellow centers and occasionally tinges of pink on the petal tips. A base of large oval leaves, patterened with dark green tortoise-shell markings and undertones of purple and red. Prefers shade and loamy, acidic soils, making this a perfect woodland plant.

Gardening facts about Erythronium citrinum plant

How to Grow Erythronium citrinum

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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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: 4"

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