Erythronium dens-canis
("Dog’s tooth violet / Trout lily / Adder's tongue / Fawn lily")
A beautiful but rare species that is not easy to cultivate. Each flower stem produces one flower.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Mid Spring
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Fall
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Full or partial shade
What Color Will the Flower Be?
Various shades of lavender-pink or white
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
4 in / 10 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
4 in / 10 cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
10-12 in / 25-30 cm
Recommended Number of Bulbs Per Square Foot?
5
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
Under trees and shrubs, well-drained rock gardens, perennial beds and woodland settings.
Other Popular Varieties
(Besides the species itself); 'Japonicum' (lavender-pink), 'Lilac Wonder' (pale lilac), 'Purple King' (pink-purple with red throat), 'Rose Queen' (pink & white) and 'Snowflake' (white with burgundy-purple).
About the Family
Erythronium Family
Native to forests and meadows in temperate regions of the Northern hemisphere.
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