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Western Trillium

Trillium Ovatum

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Overview

The Trillium ovatum, commonly known as the Wood Lily or California Wake Robin, is a perennial wildflower. It flaunts three-petaled white blossoms that gradually turn pink, nestled atop a trio of broad, green leaves. This shade-loving plant thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil and reaches a modest height of 12 to 18 inches. Ideal for woodland gardens, it adds a touch of spring elegance and naturalizes well in USDA zones 5-9.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 4–9Type Bulb, Perennial
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — making it suitable for mid-ground planting in shaded garden compositions
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — shifting from pristine white to a delicate pink hue.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9; it flauntsWestern Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — The Trillium ovatum, commonly known as the Wood Lily or California Wake Robin, is a perennial wildflower; well-drainedWestern Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — it is renowned for its three-petaled white flowers; white flowers in the gardenWestern Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — A member of the Trillium familyWestern Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — contributing to an evolving garden landscapeWestern Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — contributing to an evolving garden landscape; to emerge again in the spring+90

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb, Perennial
Family
Liliaceae

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Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — making it suitable for mid-ground planting in shaded garden compositions
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — shifting from pristine white to a delicate pink hue.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9; it flaunts
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — The Trillium ovatum, commonly known as the Wood Lily or California Wake Robin, is a perennial wildflower; well-drained
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — it is renowned for its three-petaled white flowers; white flowers in the garden
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — A member of the Trillium family
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — contributing to an evolving garden landscape
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — contributing to an evolving garden landscape; to emerge again in the spring
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — This plant typically attains a stature of 12 to 18 inches in height
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — bulb / perennial with white blooms
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — <br><br>The Wood Lily is a low-maintenance species that, once established, requires minimal care; making it suitable for
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — undergo a fascinating transformation as they age
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — the Wood Lily prefers moist
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — This shade-loving plant thrives in humus-rich
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — shifting from pristine white to a delicate pink hue.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9; it flaunts, image 76
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — the Wood Lily prefers moist; it is renowned for its three-petaled white flowers
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — and well-drained soil with rich organic matter
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — The Trillium ovatum, commonly known as the Wood Lily or California Wake Robin, is a perennial wildflower
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — It flaunts three-petaled white blossoms that gradually turn pink, nestled atop a trio of broad, green leaves, image 64
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — which bloom over a framework of three broad leaves; ideal for woodland gardens, it adds a touch of spring elegance and
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — white flowers in the garden; shifting from pristine white to a delicate pink hue.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — displaying an impressive spread of 2 to 3 inches
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — undergo a fascinating transformation as they age; contributing to an evolving garden landscape
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — which bloom over a framework of three broad leaves; ideal for woodland gardens, it adds a touch of spring, image 72
Western Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) — to emerge again in the spring
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