Trillium luteum
birthroot bulbs
These spring-flowering plants are sought after for their attractively mottled foliage and long-lasting, lemon-scented flowers, which are framed...
1 × rhizome
£9.99
available to order from autumn 2024
3 × rhizomes
£27.00
£29.97
available to order from autumn 2024
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Plant description
These spring-flowering plants are sought after for their attractively mottled foliage and long-lasting, lemon-scented flowers, which are framed by a set of three slender sepals. They make a welcome sight when allowed to spread naturally in a woodland setting, or when dotted through the front of a partially shaded border.
These plants are quite hard to grow, and they will usually take some time to become well-established. Therefore, they are better suited to either patient or more experienced gardeners.
These plants are quite hard to grow, and they will usually take some time to become well-established. Therefore, they are better suited to either patient or more experienced gardeners.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Trillium luteum:
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 leaf mould.
Please note:
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
If rabbits, deer, squirrels or cats devour or scratch up your plants these wire mesh protectors will give them time to get established. The pyramid-shaped 'Rabbit Proof Cloche' and dome-shaped 'Squirrel Proof Cloche'
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