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Trillium underwoodii

Also Known As

  • Underwood's Trillium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Trillium underwoodii plant details

Trillium underwoodii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with variegated foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 underwoodii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melanthiaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trillium underwoodii

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

Gardening facts about Trillium underwoodii plant

How to Grow Trillium underwoodii

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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