Tricyrtis, Toad Lily 'Miyazaki'

I love his plant, but it's moisture requirements have given me some trouble. The tips and edges of the leaves dry out in our Summer heat ...Read Moreand really detract from its floral display. I've tried to keep it watered, but to no avail. I wonder if there is a soil a additive or mineral that may help with this? Note however, that it may not look as nice but still survives rather dry conditions. I still have to rate it positive though. This selection is the most floriferous of the genus in my experience. It is also very easy from seed and that together with it's spreading habit make it a perfect plant for sharing or moving around the garden. It looks lovely with ferns, Japanese Forest Grass, and Hostas and makes a plant to grow with Mayapples, Trillium, and other Spring Ephemerals that disappear before it gains too much height.

A very interesting, fall blooming plant for the shade garden. Blooms October - November in my garden.

Does well in zone 4a, but this may be because our plants are near the foundation of our house and insulated by pine needles. Unique flow...Read Moreers appear after most of our other plants are done for the year.

The information that was included with both my toad lilies said to keep soil moist, do not let soil dry out between waterings.

My best, and latest, fall bloomer. Will take almost total shade, but does need moisture. I have not had any problem with slugs.