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Tricyrtis formosana 'Dark Beauty'

Family Uvulariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 70 - 80 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Tricyrtis formosana 'Dark Beauty' (toad lily) bears faded fuchsia blossoms during early autumn to late autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour. Tricyrtis formosana 'Dark Beauty' (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, edging, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.