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Trillium grandiflora

Grand Flower Trillium

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Trillium grandiflora (Grand Flower Trillium)

This trillium produces the largest blooms of the species, three to four inch wide white blooms turn rose with age. Deciduous plants grow in shade or semi-shade. Found in woodlands in early spring.

Additional Information:
The trillium is a simple, graceful perennial that is one of the most familiar and beloved of the spring woodland wildflowers. Leaves, petals and sepals of all trilliums come in groups of three.


Height
9-20 Inches

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Spread
6-12 Inches

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Bloom/Seasonal Color
White


USDA Hardiness Zone 3-6

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides), Black Cohosh (Actaea podocarpa), Red Trillium (Trillium erectum), Yellow Violet (Viola pubescens), Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus), Downy Skullcap (Scutellaria incana)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

FAC+

Root

Rhizomes

Season of Interest

Mid (May-June)
Early (Feb-Apr)

Soil Moisture

Moderate

Sun Exposure

Shade
Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map