Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' / TOAD LILY
Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai', also known as Toad Lily, is a captivating perennial that thrives in shady to partially shaded gardens. It features lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide an attractive, lush backdrop to its striking flowers. In late summer to fall, 'Samurai' produces exquisite, orchid-like blooms with creamy white petals adorned with deep purple spots and a hint of yellow at the center, creating a dramatic contrast. This variety grows upright, reaching about 18 inches tall, and thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for woodland or shaded garden beds. With its unique blooms and long-lasting floral display, Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' adds texture, color, and exotic flair to any shaded landscape.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
· FLOWER COLOR - purple w/darker spots
· HEIGHT - 12-18"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-8
Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai', also known as Toad Lily, is a captivating perennial that thrives in shady to partially shaded gardens. It features lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide an attractive, lush backdrop to its striking flowers. In late summer to fall, 'Samurai' produces exquisite, orchid-like blooms with creamy white petals adorned with deep purple spots and a hint of yellow at the center, creating a dramatic contrast. This variety grows upright, reaching about 18 inches tall, and thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for woodland or shaded garden beds. With its unique blooms and long-lasting floral display, Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' adds texture, color, and exotic flair to any shaded landscape.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
· FLOWER COLOR - purple w/darker spots
· HEIGHT - 12-18"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-8
Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai', also known as Toad Lily, is a captivating perennial that thrives in shady to partially shaded gardens. It features lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide an attractive, lush backdrop to its striking flowers. In late summer to fall, 'Samurai' produces exquisite, orchid-like blooms with creamy white petals adorned with deep purple spots and a hint of yellow at the center, creating a dramatic contrast. This variety grows upright, reaching about 18 inches tall, and thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for woodland or shaded garden beds. With its unique blooms and long-lasting floral display, Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai' adds texture, color, and exotic flair to any shaded landscape.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
· FLOWER COLOR - purple w/darker spots
· HEIGHT - 12-18"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-8
