Trillium

Trillium cuneatum

• Position: deep or partial shade
• Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: April
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  A striking plant that is perfect for moist woodland or other shady spots in the garden. These are very unusual looking plants that produce mid-green leaves in early spring that are attractively mottled with silver or light green markings. In April dark maroon, musk-scented flowers appear with wedge-shaped petals that can grow up to 5cm long.
  
  
• Garden care:Plant rhizomes 5cm deep and 5cm apart in autumn. Once planted they are best left undisturbed so they can build up their numbers. Mulch in the autumn with a generous layer of leafmould.