toad lily

Toad lilies should be watered consistently, every 5 to 7 days. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, so make sure not to overwater. During the active growing season, water your toad lilies deeply but avoid soggy soil. In the winter months, reduce watering to approximately once a month.

Toad lily (Tricyrtis formosana) prefers light shade to partial sun, receiving about 3-4 hours of direct sunlight per day. In warmer climates, it should receive morning sunlight and be shaded in the afternoon, when the light is strongest. During the winter months, or in climates with shorter days, the plant should receive indirect sunlight throughout the day. The amount of direct sunlight should be reduced in the summer months, when the light is the strongest, to prevent burn or other damage to the foliage.

Toad lily (Tricyrtis formosana) should be pruned for size and shape in late fall or early spring before new growth appears. Remove weak, diseased, and any dead branches. Prune to maintain an overall desired size and shape. When pruning, make sure to leave 2 to 3 buds on the stem. This will promote bushier growth and more flower blooms. For vigorous growth, selectively thin out shoots at soil level in midsummer, removing 1/3 of the total growth. For plants growing in the shade, remove some of the tallest, spindliest stems to create a more balanced, aesthetically pleasing shape.