Trillium ovatum |
Native Region: West Coast North America
Zone Range: 5-9
Preferred Climate: Open woodland; dappled/morining sun; well draining soil
Harvest Date: Monday 15 September, 2008
Description:
Our western lily that never fails to stop people in full stride. Gorgeous white three petaled flowers fade to wine purple. Its lovely three leaves are a lovely green. Co-evolved with our wacky climate of drenched Winters and Summer drought. Tubers usually sit deeply when established, but very shallow as seedlings.
Notes:
Great germination judging from last year's crop. If properly grown (read: minimal disturbance) will bloom in 5-6 years from seed. Should see little green sprouts in September. Do not let seedlings freeze during winter.
Cultivation:
Stratifying fresh seed. Sow immediate upon receiving for September germination. Sow in humus rich soil in a deep nursery pot and just cover the seed. Keep moist. Do not disturb until their second/third year when transplanting to final position. Adding humus rich top layer to bulblets in August is beneficial.
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