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Toad Trillium (Trillium sessile)
Toad Trillium (Trillium sessile)
A charming addition to shady spaces or sun-dappled gardens, Toad Trillium, also known as Trillium sessile, produces small tri-petaled blooms in a range of hues from dark red to maroon to brownish-purple. The little flowers pop against highly ornamental mottled foliage, giving the entire area a dynamic look sure to please. Plant in groups under deciduous trees or between evergreen shrubs to brighten up the scene with color and light. Blooms appear from April to May in zones 4-8. Butterflies love this low-growing perennial and will visit the landscape often. Trillium is a wildflower native to the U.S. and grows quite readily and dependably.
- Hardiness Zones 4-8
- Mature Height 8 - 12 inches
- Bloom Time Mid to late spring (April-May)
- Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
- Ship As#1 BAREROOT
- Ground Cover
- Attracts Pollinators
- Naturalizes Well
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Botanical Name: Trillium sessile
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Botanical Name:
Trillium sessile -
Size:
#1 BAREROOT -
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Ground Cover, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Shade Garden, Attract Pollinator
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Flower Color:
Red -
Flower Form:
The flower (2" high) features three erect petals. -
Foliage Type:
Ovate, dark green leaves (up to 4" long) are mottled with purple or white. Each plant has 3 leaves. -
Mature Spread:
8 - 12 inches -
Spacing:
8 - 12 inches
Growing Tips
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Planting Instructions:
Best grown in a moist shady woodland garden setting. Plant so that the top of the root (sprout) is 1" below the soil line. Firm soil and water well. -
Soil Moisture:
Moist, well-drained, deeply organic soil is best. -
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil -
Pruning Instructions:
None. Picking a trillium flower does not kill the plant but damage will result if the green leaves are taken as well. The leaves are needed to provide nutrients for the plants to survive.
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Winter Care:
Mulch in late fall for added winter protection. Planting Depth:
Plant so that the top of the root (sprout) is 1" below the soil line.Watering Requirements:
Keep soil moist in the spring-early summer. Plants may go dormant prematurely if the soil dries out and this has a negative effect on flowering next year.Fertilization Requirements:
When grown in organically rich soil, fertilizing is normally not needed. To promote flowering fertilizer can be given in early spring.
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K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule.
Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48
contiguous states.
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Dormant Bulbs and Perennials Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date 3A - 6B 9/1/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025 7A - 11B 9/22/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025
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Reviewed by 5 customers
Not one came up. Very disappointed
Not one came up so I am disappointed beyond belief.
Not one plant emerged
So disappointed. Not one of the plants came up! Not worth the purchase. Bulbs looked healthy when planted
Not a single one came up.
I've had good experiences with other stuff from this site but not a single one of these rhizomes came up. I followed the directions and had a good spot for them. I am disappointed.
Merchant Response
Kelly, thank you for sharing your experience with the Toad Trillum (Trillium sessile). We are sorry to hear that this item failed to grow for you. We have a No-Risk Guarantee on our plants so that you are never left disappointed when items don't grow. One of our Customer Care representatives will be contacting you soon with a positive resolution.
Did not come up.
I ordered these and white trilliums. White one grew, these never even came up.
Glad these were available
Verified Buyer
glad they were available, but will have to wait till spring to see how they do. Arrived in good shape.
Questions & Answers
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Are trilliums deer resistant?
- Asked by Jlw
- Verified Reply - AngelaWe do not consider Toad Trillium deer resistant.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is it too late (nov. 9th) to plant toad trillium in Massachusetts? or do I have to wait until spring.
- Asked by cheryl
- Verified Reply - AngelaIt's not too late. Put them in the ground now and they will be ready to go in the spring. Was this answer helpful to you
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Do deer eat toad trillium?
- Asked by DLK
- Verified Reply - AngelaTrillium is a plant that deer frequently browse. Was this answer helpful to you
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Can trillium be transplanted? When would the best time be to do this?
- Asked by Debra
- Verified Reply - AngelaRight now is a good time to divide Trillium since they are dormant. Just lift, divide and replant immediately. Was this answer helpful to you
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Do deer like to eat toad trillium?
- Asked by Marcella
- Verified Reply - AngelaToad Trillium is not considered deer resistant.Was this answer helpful to you
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do you plant in fall or spring?
- Asked by Patricia
- Verified Reply - KimberlyToad Trillium (Trillium sessile) is shipped in fall for planting at that time.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this plant tolerate damp feet from time to time? We live in a tidewater region that can flood at times.
- Asked by Lynn
- Verified Reply - KimberlyToad Trillium (Trillium sessile) prefers moist, well-drained, deeply organic soil is best.Was this answer helpful to you
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