Bare Root Red Toad Trillium; Toadshade (Trillium sessile)

Plant type: herbaceous, early spring-flowering North American perennial
Description: deep maroon, stalk-less (sessile) flower nestled on 3 mottled green leaves
Habit: erect, single stem grows 5-12” tall
Culture: prefers mostly shade and moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter; neutral to slightly acidic pH
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4 through 8

Trilliums are among the most spectacular wildflowers of the eastern North American deciduous forest. This species was sent to Europe during the eighteenth century and classified by the eminent Swedish taxonomist, Carl Linnaeus in 1753. The American naturalist John Clayton included Trilliums in his Flora Virginica, published in 1739, a text in Thomas Jefferson's library.  

Trilliums thrive in rich, undisturbed woodlands, where they will readily spread.

This plant will ship bare root.

Bare root planting tips:

~ If you can't plant immediately, store your plant in a cool location and keep the roots moist or pot in a container with a nursery potting mix from your local garden center.

~ Before planting, let the roots soak for several hours as you prepare the site. You'll want to dig a large enough hole so the root mass can spread out and the plant is at the same soil level as when it was growing in the nursery.

~ Once planted, water it in well and wait a month before fertilizing. Mulching will help to maintain moisture and raise soil temperatures for faster growth.