Birth Root, Stinking Benjamin. A choice perennial with handsome mid-green leaves. Deep purple-red or sometimes white or yellow flowers in spring. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to May. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Trillium erectum
A choice perennial with handsome mid-green leaves. Deep purple-red or sometimes white or yellow flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Trillium |
|---|---|
| Species | erectum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Birth Root, Stinking Benjamin |
| Flower Colour | red, purple, white, yellow |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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