‘Samurai’ Toad Lily – Tricyrtis formosana Low Cost

Tricyrtis, commonly known as toad lily, is a tough native perennial with distinctive foliage and a captivating tapestry of green and creamy gold contrasting the purple flowers that emerge in fall. It’s low-growing and gradually spreads, making it an excellent flowering ground cover in shade gardens or as a filler in a container arrangement. Toad lily attracts beneficial insects, including bees (especially bumblebees), butterflies, and even hummingbirds. Their flowers appear in late summer and early fall, providing a vital nectar and pollen source for pollinators when many other flowers have finished blooming. This perennial will charm the local pollinators and garden-goers alike!

Vital Details:

Plant size: 12-18” tall x 12-18” wide

Light: Part-sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (<4 hours sun).

Water: Average water needs.

Hardiness: 5-8 (Find your hardiness zone)

Season of interest: Fall.

Pollinator value: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects to the garden.

Notable Features: Pollinator-friendly, fall-interest, cut flower, ground cover

Pot Size: One quart

Plant Name: Tricyrtis formosana ‘Samurai’