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Tricyrtis 'Empress'

Family Uvulariaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Tricyrtis 'Empress' (toad lily) bears showy and faded purple blossoms during late summer to early autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour. Tricyrtis 'Empress' (toad lily) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.