
toad lily ‘Tojen’
Tricyrtis ‘Tojen’ is a member of the lily family (Liliaceae) is a hardy perennial plant for the Midwestern United States. Toad lily is well-known for its adaptability to colder weather, being able to cope with sudden late-season frosts and freezes without showing signs of serious damage.
Toad lily plants grow up to 3 ft. in height and colonies can reach 1.5-2 ft. wide. The creeping rhizome of toad lily grows best in medium-to-wet, well-drained soils that do not dry completely. Tricyrtis ‘Tojen’ is an ideal candidate to bring color and texture to partial-to-full shade areas of the garden. This toad lily has been bred to have smooth petals without the characteristic polka dots of the species.
From August to October, the white/white-pink 1-1.5 inch wide flowers of Tricyrtis ‘Tojen’ put on a beautiful floral display. Many people have referred to the flowers of toad lily as “orchid-like” for their coloration and presentation.
Lurie Garden has two toad lily, the other being Tricyrtis formosana which has sweet freckles on its petals. Tricyrtis ‘Tojen’ is a particularly good addition for those wanting to bring new color and texture to shaded areas in the garden.
Botanical Name | Tricyrtis ‘Tojen’ |
Common Name | toad lily ‘Tojen’ |
Family | Liliaceae |
USDA Zone | 5 thru 9 |
Light Requirement | Part Shade to Full Shade |
Season(s) of interest | summer, fall |
Height and Spread | 1-2ft x 1-1.5ft (30-60cm x 30-45cm) |
Flower Color | White to Lavender |
Attracts Wildlife | |
Additional Information | Not Native to the US Midwest. From parent species native to Japan, China, Phillipines and Taiwan |
Location in Lurie Garden | North Dark Plate, Southeast Dark Plate |
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