toad lily
Tricyrtis macrantha subsp. macranthopsis
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow with raspberry spotting inside Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
For Toad Lilies (Tricyrtis macrantha subsp. macranthopsis), water as necessary to keep the soil moist but not soggy. During the growing season, water deeply and thoroughly once every week or 2, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During the dormant season in cold winter months, reduce watering to once every 2 - 3 weeks.
sunlight
Toad lilies need sun to grow and flower. They prefer morning sun and dappled light during the afternoon, but can tolerate full sun exposures too. Plant them in a location that gets a minimum of 4 hours of direct sun each day, preferably morning sun. In hotter climates, you may need to give your toad lilies more shade during the afternoon in order to protect the flowers from sunburn.
pruning
When to Prune: Prune toad lilies in the early spring, before they start to actively grow. This will help keep them in check, shape them, and promote better flowering. How Much to Prune: For toad lilies, pruning should be fairly minimal. In the springtime, prune out dead or diseased stems, and trim back newly leggy shoots and stems to a manageable size. Additionally, you can lightly trim off any spent flower stems. This will help keep the plant looking tidy and encourage re-blooming into the fall.
