Tricyrtis formosana ‘Amethystina’ (Toad lily)

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Botanical Name: Tricyrtis formosana ‘Amethystina’ try-SIR-tiss for-moe-SAH-nah

Common Name: Toad lily Genus: Tricyrtis

Amethystina's upward-facing, star-like blossoms are bluish-lavender with purple spots and creamy bases. It blooms in early autumn along arching stems up to 3 feet tall and grows half as wide. Toad lilies make subtle but exotic specimens for woodland borders and other shady gardens.
Care: Provide moist, but well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Soil must not be allowed to dry out. Mulch plants in cold climates with little snow cover, and site this late-blooming species in a sheltered location to protect blossoms from early frosts.
Propagation: Sow seed when fresh in a cold frame. Divide when still dormant in early spring.
Problems: Slugs, snails.

Overview
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Height	1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread	1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit	Spreads
Growth Pace	Moderate Grower
Light	Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture	Medium to Wet
Maintenance	Low
Characteristics	Showy Flowers
Bloom Time	Early Fall; Fall
Flower Color	Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses	Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing, Specimen Plant/ Focal Point, Waterside
Style	Shade, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest	Fall Interest
Type	Perennials

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