Tricyrtis formosana 'Seiryu' Toad Lily | Late Summer Blooming Shade Perennial | 4.5" Live Plant

About This Plant

Tricyrtis formosana 'Seiryu', commonly known as Seiryu Toad Lily, is a shade-loving perennial celebrated for exotic, orchid-like flowers that bloom from late summer into fall. The blooms are lavender blue with white centers and purple spots, set on graceful arching stems with dark green foliage. A woodland garden favorite, it provides late-season color in shaded landscapes.

What You Will Receive

4.5" live plant of Tricyrtis formosana 'Seiryu' (Toad Lily).

Key Features

• Life Cycle: Herbaceous Perennial
• Botanical Name: Tricyrtis formosana 'Seiryu'
• Flower Color: Lavender Blue with White Centers and Purple Spots
• Foliage: Dark Green
• Plant Height: 20–36 inches
• Spread: 18–24 inches
• Bloom Season: Late Summer to Fall
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Water Needs: Moderate; evenly moist soil
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
• Characteristics: Shade Loving, Exotic Blooms, Late Season Color, Woodland Favorite

Uses

• Woodland gardens
• Shade borders
• Moist garden areas
• Pond edges
• Cottage gardens
• Cut flower arrangements

Care Tips

• Plant in rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
• Keep soil consistently moist, especially during warm weather.
• Prefers partial to full shade.
• Remove spent flowers and cut back stems after frost.
• Divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor.

Live Plant Notice

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