Tricyrtis formosana 'Autumn Glow'

Toad Lily

Tricyrtis formosana 'Autumn Glow'

Photo Credit: Susan Martin


Tricyrtis formosana 'Autumn Glow'

Toad Lily

Incredibly impressive in trials, this sturdy toad lily fills out quickly to form a robust clump of flashy variegated foliage. Strong stems carry thick, dark green leaves with broad, yellow margins. Orchid-like, purple speckled flowers are an added bonus late in the season, but this variety is worth growing for its foliage alone. A must-have plant for shade gardens.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 5 - 9
  • Height: 24"
  • Spread: 24"
  • Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade
  • Soil Moisture: High Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer
  • Foliage Color: Variegated
  • Flower Color: Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Deer resistant: No
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Bee-friendly: No
  • Attracts butterflies: No
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 5 - 9
  • Height: 24"
  • Spread: 24"
  • Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade
  • Soil Moisture: High Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer
  • Foliage Color: Variegated
  • Flower Color: Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Bee-friendly: No
  • Deer resistant: No
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: No
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Spring
  • Retail Sales Window: Fall, Summer
  • Moisture in Production: Average, Consistent
  • Requires Shade in Production: Yes
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
  • Vernalization Beneficial: Yes