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Trout Lily

Erythronium americanum

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ZONES  3-8 | Good to grow! Zone

Trout Lily is the herald of spring in eastern woodlands, but this native wildflower also makes a gorgeous addition to any shade garden in zones 3-8. The plant’s name comes from its speckled green leaves (that resemble trout), and its nodding yellow flowers that look like miniature lilies. Plants can take up to four years to flower after planting, but the foliage is attractive enough that it’s worth the wait. (Erythronium)

Trout Lily

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Description

3-6" tall x 3-6" wide. Erythronium americanum (Trout Lily) is a common sight in the woodlands of eastern North America, but it's a beautiful early spring garden plant, as well. In the wild, plants grow in colonies formed from underground runners. In the home garden, colonies and clumps will develop if plants are left undisturbed. Plant the corms three inches deep in areas with partial to full shade in moist soil rich in organic matter. (Try to recreate the conditions of the forest floor.) Like other spring ephemerals, Trout Lily plants go dormant during the summer. Plant in the fall. 

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Advantages
  • Native
  • Naturalizes
  • Rock Gardens
Light Requirements
  • Full Shade
  • Half Sun / Half Shade
Bloom Time
Early to mid spring

Additional information

Planting Time
  • Fall
Soil Moisture
  • Moist / Wet
Soil Type
  • Loamy Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil
Mature Height
3-6" tall
Mature Spread
3-6" wide
Planting Depth
The top of the root should be 1" below the soil surface
Growing Zones
  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
Ideal Region
  • Midwest
  • Northeast
  • Southeast
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Non-GMO
No
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